Functional endoscopic sinus surgery in children

Caldwell- Luc (CWL) procedur is associated with complications like oro-antral fistula, gingivolabial fistula, dacrocystitis, and devitalized tooth. Moreover the potential problem of altered facial development as a result surgical treatment in children is well recognized. Functional endoscopic sinus surgery (FESS) has emerged as a better alternative. A case of an 8 year old male child with a metallic pellet due to gun shot injury in maxillary sinus is being presented and the effect of FESS and CWL procedure in pediatric population are discussed. Keywords: Caldwell- Luc procedure, Functional endoscopic sinus surgery, Maxillary sinus
Table of Contents Abstract Case Report Discussion References Dear Sir, A case with entrapment of a metallic foreign body in the maxillary sinus following a ballistic injury, which was managed [...]