Nasal Polyp Ablation Surgery

At A Life Health Group, you can achieve healthy breathing through nasal polyp enlargement (concha hypertrophy) and nasal polyp ablation surgery. Complaints such as nasal congestion, snoring, and sleep apnea negatively affect both quality of life and overall health. These issues can be safely resolved using modern medical methods. With an expert medical team and advanced technological facilities, A Life Health Group creates personalized treatment plans to help you achieve healthy breathing.

Nasal polyp enlargement is the condition in which the turbinates, which regulate airflow and humidify the nasal cavity, grow larger than normal. When the nasal turbinates swell, the air passages narrow, and the person cannot breathe comfortably. This not only complicates daily life but also disrupts sleep, reduces the amount of oxygen reaching the brain, and may lead to other health problems over time.

Concha hypertrophy can occur unilaterally but is often seen in both nostrils. When chronic, it becomes a problem that negatively affects not only nasal congestion but also the person’s social, professional, and personal life.

Nasal polyp enlargement can present with varying degrees of symptoms. The most common signs include:

• Difficulty Breathing: Especially at night. Inadequate airflow through the nose causes the need to breathe through the mouth, leading to dry mouth and throat irritation.
• Sleep Apnea: Short pauses in breathing during sleep cause repeated awakenings and morning fatigue.
• Headache: Pressure in the sinuses, especially in the morning or when bending, increases headache intensity.
• Facial Pain and Pressure: Fullness in the sinus area may cause pain in the cheeks and around the eyes.
• Loss of Smell: Blocked nasal airflow can reduce or even completely impair the sense of smell.
• Runny Nose: Persistent or recurring nasal discharge may occur.
• Dry Throat and Hoarseness: Mouth breathing causes throat dryness, which can lead to hoarseness.

These symptoms may be ignored when mild but gradually increase, significantly reducing quality of life.

There are many factors that contribute to the development of nasal polyp enlargement:

• Allergies: Allergic rhinitis causes chronic swelling and enlargement of the nasal mucosa.
• Infections: Upper respiratory tract infections, flu, and sinusitis can lead to permanent growth of nasal polyps.
• Hormonal Changes: Changes in hormone levels, especially during pregnancy and menopause, can cause the turbinates to enlarge.
• Medication Use: Some blood pressure medications or prolonged use of nasal sprays can cause permanent changes in the mucosa.
• Environmental Factors: Cigarette smoke, dust, air pollution, and chemicals irritate the nasal mucosa.
• Structural Factors: Structural issues such as the presence of polyps or a deviated septum can also contribute to turbinate enlargement.

In short, environmental, genetic, and hormonal factors all play a role in the development of concha hypertrophy.

Nasal polyp enlargement is diagnosed by evaluating the patient’s symptoms and performing a physical examination. Your doctor will examine the nasal cavity to assess the size and severity of the nasal polyps. Additionally, the following tests may be performed:

• Rhinoscopy: An examination in which a device is inserted into the nasal cavity. Rhinoscopy is used to visualize the size of the nasal polyps and other abnormalities.
• Sinus X-ray: Performed to obtain images of the sinuses. Sinus X-rays are used to assess the presence of sinusitis and the size of the nasal polyps.
• CT or MRI: Used to obtain more detailed images of the nose and sinuses. CT or MRI provides a clearer view of nasal
• polyp enlargement and other abnormalities.

Accurate diagnosis plays a critical role in creating the most appropriate treatment plan for the patient.

One of the most commonly preferred methods for treating concha hypertrophy is nasal polyp ablation surgery. This procedure is usually performed under local anesthesia and takes approximately 15–20 minutes. During the surgery, the overgrown part of the nasal turbinates is reduced using radiofrequency, laser, or electrical energy. This opens the nasal cavity and facilitates airflow.

After the procedure, the patient is usually discharged on the same day. Recovery is quick, and most people return to their normal activities within a few days. Nasal polyp ablation surgery is one of the most frequently applied methods due to its effectiveness and low risk.

This surgical method provides many benefits to patients:

• Ease of Breathing: With the airways opened, the patient can breathe deeply and comfortably.
• Improved Sleep Quality: Complaints of snoring and sleep apnea are significantly reduced.
• Reduction of Head and Facial Pain: Pressure in the sinuses decreases, relieving pain.
• Restoration of Sense of Smell: When airflow is restored, the sense of smell also recovers.
• Permanent Solution: Provides longer-lasting relief compared to other methods.

After surgery, short-term nasal congestion or mild bleeding may occur, but these usually resolve within a few days.

• Expert Medical Staff: Surgeons experienced in concha hypertrophy procedures perform the operations.
• Personalized Treatment: Each patient’s condition is unique, so the treatment plan is tailored individually.
• Modern Technology: The latest techniques, such as radiofrequency and laser, are used.
• Patient Safety: Surgery is performed under sterile conditions, providing a safe and comfortable experience.
• Confidentiality and Privacy: Patient information is protected throughout the process.

A Life Health Group not only provides treatment but also closely monitors patients during the postoperative period.

If you experience symptoms of nasal polyp enlargement or have concerns about this condition, contact A Life Health Group immediately. Our expert team is here to assist you in the best way possible.

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