Is there a role for bedside biopsy in the evaluation of acute invasive fungal rhinosinusitis?
Is Olfactory Function Affected by Endoscopic Transsphenoidal Skull Base Surgery?
The endoscopic endonasal transsphenoidal approach is an effective technique commonly utilized for resection of sellar and parasellar lesions.
Should Oral Antibiotics Be Prescribed Routinely Post-Endoscopic Sinus Surgery?
The current level 1 evidence does not support the routine use of oral antibiotics postoperatively.
Is Olfactory Training Effective Treatment for Postinfectious Smell Loss?
Existing evidence suggests that olfactory training is a low-risk intervention that provides clinically relevant and sustained benefit in some PISL patients.
Is Acupuncture Effective in Reducing Overall Symptomatology in Chronic Rhinosinusitis?
Although acupuncture is used to treat a variety of medical conditions, there is insufficient evidence to support its use in chronic rhinosinusitis.
What is the Optimal Timing of Computed Tomography Imaging to Objectively Confirm Chronic Rhinosinusitis?
In patients with suspected CRS based on symptoms but with normal endoscopic findings, an upfront CT scan is a viable option prior to initiating empiric medical therapy.
Is Endoscopic Sinus Surgery Beneficial Post Lung Transplant in Cystic Fibrosis Patients?
Based on the current literature, there is evidence to suggest a beneficial role of endoscopic sinus surgery (ESS) post lung transplantation in cystic fibrosis (CF) patients with and without nasal polyposis.
Is Antral Choanal Polyp Best Managed by an Endoscopic or Caldwell-Luc Approach?
Debate remains over the safest and most definitive operative approach: the Caldwell-Luc (CWL) approach, the endoscopic sinus surgery (ESS) approach, or a combination of the two.
Are Alloplastic Implants Safe in Rhinoplasty?
Available data suggest that complication rates of alloplastic implants are similar to those seen with autologous costal cartilage and may be acceptable in select patient populations.
Is Acupuncture Effective in Reducing Overall Symptomatology in Chronic Rhinosinusitis?
There is insufficient evidence to support the use of acupuncture in CRS.