Endoscopic Surgery

Question: What is the minimum age to get a Endoscopic Surgery? I had my Adenoids taken out when i was 11 and it made no difference to my nose, it is still blocked all the time and i cant smell out of it probably, my doctor recommended the Endoscopic Surgery but he said i needed to be around 16 years old. I am now 15 and 6 months, is that old enough? Does anyone truly how old u have to be? Thank you if you can help.

Answer: Is this of your nose/sinus area? Are they doing a 'look see' or surgery to modify the area in some way. If it is a 'look see' I don't recall there being an age limit on that. If it is for surgical modification to help with breathing, etc. then the age limit is most likely linked with growth issues. My friend's son needs to have his septum repaired from a bad ski breakage a few years back, but he was told to wait until at least 16 to have it done. Now he is playing rugby and we keep hoping that if it gets bonked again, they will at least knock it back the other way, lol!

Question: Hi I have a dog boxer, the vet has told me to do a endoscopic surgery, is there anywhere in NJ that i can go? She has had a breathing problem ever since she was little, only from her left side of the nose, we have given her antibiotics but nothing works, please help me find a hospital where they can do an endoscopic surgery in NJ?

Answer: Er...hello?...your VET will know *all* of them & can set you up. Up to you decide to follow ...& pay. IF of course,there IS a problem *&* anything can/should be done.

Question: What's endoscopic sinus surgery and provide me the details? I had traditional sinus surgery a few years ago, but I still have sinusitis symptoms. Can I have endoscopic sinus surgery or any home treatment for sinus? Where I got the details?

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Question: How do i get the dried up blood out of my nose after having Endoscopic Sinusitis Surgery? I had Endoscopic Sinusitis surgery done on Thursday. The surgery went well and i had my post-op visit yesterday to have the tubes removed. I was told i couldn't sneeze through my nose or blow my nose or really do anything to my nose. What do you think the easiest way is to try and get a little of the snot and blood out of my nose?

Answer: If you're not supposed to blow it or sneeze through it, don't put anything up there, for sure. Try heating up a wet wash cloth in the microwave and setting it on your face and inhaling the steam. Gargling with warm salt water can help hydrate the sinuses and prevent complications. Best of luck.

Question: Endoscopic sinus surgery and deviated septum? I am having endoscopic sinus surgery tomorrow. They are going to fix a deviated septum and drain some infection. I am wondering if anyone who has had this surgery can tell me what to expect when i go in for surgery, what to expect when i wake up, and also what to expect in the days after. I took 2 weeks off of work for this but am hoping that it does not take that long to start feeling better. Thanks. Thanks for your reply. At this point i will take a few years of relief over the daily crud.

Answer: I had it outpatient. Going in and getting put under is nothing. When It was over, I was "out of it" for most of the day. I had to keep my nose packed for several days after because of the bleeding. I was told to take a few days off. For the next week, I still had a bloody nose but it wasn't too bad. I don't remember any pain. I think the surgery worked for a few years but I still fight with chronic sinius problems.

Question: What are some disadvantages to Endoscopic surgery? I can think of many advantages, but I can't really think of any disadvantages that are any worse then open surgery. I looking for disadvantages in: Canada's Health care system, surgical team and the patient. I only put this under health, because this is the area I think I would get the best information, thanks

Answer: It can't substitute for all surgeries. If the scope slips it can hit another organ and cause more damage

Question: How much is the cost of endoscopic surgery for sinusitis? Can anyone give me details? I am really in need..as m reffered to. Can anyone know about it,cost and good surgeons in delhi?

Answer: You can easily check your minimal health care rates in internet, for example here - health-quotes.isgreat.org

Question: Open vs endoscopic surgery – how much less fluid removed for equivalent procedure? I am trying to figure out if the same procedure (ex., gall bladder removal) were done via open or a endoscopic what would be the difference in fluid removed with suction canisters? I assume endoscopic on average would be less due to less bleeding, but I wasn't sure if more irrigation might be used which could cancel this out. I'm trying to do some market research on projection of demand for suction canisters, and I'm not sure how much the increasing us of minimally invasive surgery would affect this demand. Current projections say average demand is 2-2.5 canisters per procedure on average. Any via points from people working in the area would be most appreciated. Thanks!!

Answer: For the most part an open procedure uses suction more often than laparoscopic procedures. The trend is towards more minimally invasive surgery. The amount of fluid depends on the type of case. You should actually stratify your cases by type i.e. General Surgery vs Orthopedic surgery vs OB/Gyn and General surgery may end up using suction cannisters a bit more, in terms of cannister use, you should further stratify by case i.e open colorectal cases use more suction due to increased irrigation. The laparoscopic procedures tend to have less blood loss and as such are less prone to the use of irrigation and thus the use of cannisters. So, focus your efforts more on open surgery in particular colorectal or bowel cases and you will best be able to direct your sales.

Question: Have you or anyone you know ever had endoscopic surgery? I'm just looking for some testimonials about real life experiences with this surgery. I may be having it soon to fix a sinus condition.

Answer: I've had one, my mom had one and my brother had one. It is a minimally invasive procedure used to evaluate the interior surfaces of an organ. Through the scope, they can see lesions, take small biopsies and retrieve some foreign objects. they are pretty painless, and it depends on where they do it as to whether or not they have to put you to sleep. I was asleep, my brother was asleep, but mom wasn't. I've added a web page where it tells about endoscopic surgery of the nose, but really, don't get yourself worked up, it really isn't a bad procedure.

Question: What is the recovery for endoscopic sinus surgery and septoplasty? My son is having this outpatient surgery tomorrow and we're not sure how much pain he will be in. Any information is appreciated

Answer: If he is having Balloon SinuplastyTM the recovery will be very quick. This is a tool that uses a balloon to open the sinuses. Check out www.balloonsinuplasty.com Good Luck!

Question: Has anyone had endoscopic surgery for carpal tunnel syndrome, did it take a long time to recuperate? I have carpal in both my hands. I'm supposed to have surgery on them,but i'm hesitant to do it...I have type 2 diabetes and am afraid it won't heal well..also afraid of irreversible nerve damage.

Answer: I to have carpal tunnel in both hands, my doctor stlls me that it would take about 2-3 weeks to recover. as far as irreversible nerve damage, the longer you wait the worce your CTS will get, i dont have diabetes but my unckle has it (bad) and he had to get a pace maker.. it heald right up like normal I hope this helps also you should really ask you doctor any guestions he would be the best one to answer it

Question: I had Endoscopic Sinus Surgery and Septoplasty. How long headaches last after the surgery? Also how long does a full recovery take because i am almost 2 weeks after surgery and still feel awful!

Answer: you may want to check with your doc about this, but most people don't feel 100% for about 6 weeks. You should get a little better each week. If not, definitely see your surgeon to find out why. good luck!

Question: What is the cost of Endoscopic Surgery - Optical Internal Urethrotomy ?

Answer: Many patients travel from United States of America and UK to get low cost of Endoscopic Surgery - Optical Internal Urethrotomy surgery in India. One of the most frequently asked questions when considering Endoscopic Surgery - Optical Internal Urethrotomy surgery is "how much?" and “what is the price of surgery in India?� Oftentimes, patients choose their surgeon on the basis of price. The cost of Endoscopic Surgery - Optical Internal Urethrotomy surgery is very affordable in India and costs are much lower when compared to the United States, UK and other countries. However, since the success of your surgery is largely dependent on your choice of surgeon, cost should not be your main consideration for your decision to undergo Endoscopic Surgery - Optical Internal Urethrotomy surgery in India. I checked out the website of Forerunners Healthcare –which is the premier most medical tourism company in India offering low cost surgery in India to International Patients. They have served more than 400 International patients from across the globe (specially US and UK) to get low cost affordable surgery in India at the best Hospitals and Medical Institutions. And the general price of the Endoscopic Surgery - Optical Internal Urethrotomy surgery is as follows- The Cost of Endoscopic Surgery - Optical Internal Urethrotomy surgery in India is $ 960. http://www.forerunnershealthcare.com In India, any licensed medical doctor can perform Endoscopic Surgery - Optical Internal Urethrotomy surgery. To avoid unsatisfactory results, it is best to choose a surgeon who has completed an accredited residency-training program in Endoscopic Surgery - Optical Internal Urethrotomy surgery. He should have extensive experience in the procedure you will undergo. That’s when Forerunners Healthcare come into picture-helping you get the best surgeon for your surgery at the most affordable prices in the best Hospitals of India. Your surgeon's skill can make all the difference between a good and an average result. Thus, although it is understandable that price is one of the considerations in your choice of surgeon, it is important to remember that the main consideration should be your surgeon's professional qualifications and experience. Besides that you should look into other issues related to traveling abroad, which is your visa, passport, climate, cultural issues and language barrier. Although language is not a problem in India –as most of the people are well verse in English. But you should make sure that you have a reliable hand holding person to guide you through the various steps of getting medical treatment and surgery in India. Hope this helps.

Question: how much does endoscopic sympathectomy surgery cost? i need the surgery for hands and armpits, have no insurance. please help!

Answer: Two of my patients have got spinal surgery in India.One was treated for spondylolistheis by spinal fusion and the other for disc replacement.Both of them are very happy with the results.Their pain and other symptoms due to nerve compression have totally gone. Spinal Surgery is very cheap in India.There is one company that is very famous in India that arranges spine surgery for foreigners in India.They are called the Forerunners Healthcare.I read a lot about them in the Newspapers and about their patient stories.I have also read that they arrange financing for american and canadian patients as spine surgery is not covered by insurance.They also have photos pasted of their International patients.You can checkout their website. The cost savings are incredible.As a doctor i personally believe that your spine surgery can be easily handled in India as the quality of healthcare available here is simply best in the world.The surgeons are USA/UK trained and facilities are 5 star.both my patients had gone to India through the forerunners healthcare company.i strongly recommend you to talk to this company,checkout your options with surgery from them. http://www.forerunnershealthcare.com

Question: Three months ago i had endoscopic surgery to remove nasal polyps and clear my sinuses.? One of the symptoms was loss of taste and smell which is very uncomfortable, and also a feeling of pressure at the top of my nose. My nose is again blocked and i find my sense of smell and taste is poor in the morning. How long before things settle down?

Answer: Given your history, if your symptoms are returning, I would believe that you have return of polyps...re-evaluation from your ENT/HNS doctor is necessary. If you are free of polyps, then it's generally a matter of either damage to the nerve or swelling around the nerve, the "olfactory nerve". It can take months for this to resolve and smell, taste to return, if it has not returned in a year, chances are it won't. Some physicians will place you on a short course of steroids (Prednisone) to see if this is helpful. Consult with your ENT/HNS doctor to let them know the problem exist. If you live alone, make sure you have functioning C02 detectors, fire/smoke detectors and do not take any chances on foods that perhaps are rancid or spoiled, just throw them out.

Question: How much is the total cost of Endoscopic Sinus Surgery?Dr. fee and Hospital and anethesia.? I have Chronic sinusitis with nasal polyps and only have high deductible ($10,000) health insurance.Would it be more than that?

Answer: I suggest you have a look at this site before considering having sinus surgery because for most of the time sinus surgery does not bring about a lasting relief. http://www.howtogetridofsinusitis.com/si…

Question: endoscopic surgery thru the mouth, i think i have had it when i was hospitalized it was done without my permis i went to er in june they gave me something that put me to sleep. next thing i know i wake up in intensive care unit. well since then i have had strange poking sensations in tummy region,ovary region. it feels tight,i lost over 40 pounds after the day this happened, Did they staple my stomach endoscopicly, thru the mouth, i need to know.

Answer: They wouldn't have stapled your stomach, like the weight loss procedure. If you didn't sign a consent form, then you must have been critically ill, and whatever they did was emergent and probably life-saving. It is YOUR responsibility to find out what happened and what was done. It is important that you find out, because it could affect your health later on. Call the hospital where you were admitted and request a copy of your discharge summary. It will outline everything that was done. You'll have to sign a release form and maybe pay a few bucks to get it, but its information you should have. You can then give a copy to your family doctor, so it is a part of his/her records. It will also be vital information for any future surgeon of yours to have. They hate finding surprises in the middle of surgery. If there is something on the summary that you don't understand, you can always post it here and get some opinions on what it means.

Question: Is there any doctors in Mexico where I could get endoscopic thoracic sympathectomy surgery? I'm thinking of getting the surgery done. But I wanted to know that if there is any doctors that would perform the surgery for less?

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Question: What are the risks of brain endoscopic surgery?

Answer: I would've rather had that, if possible, than having a big chunk of my skull removed and then screwed back on...

Question: Just had Endoscopic Surgery im worried? I just got endoscopic surgery done with septoplasty I also have anxiety I have been resting and trying to recover but I am so afraid of the possibility of menengitis or anything happening. The doctor said everything went perfect I don't really have any pain I just feel a little bit of swelling on my forehead and cheeks any words of wisdom please??? This is day 2 of my surgery...

Answer: Doctors are obligated to tell you about the possible risks of surgery, even if they are very rare. If he/she said that everything went perfect, then that is great. If it makes you feel better, you could call his/her office during business hours and ask for the warning signs of some of the things that are worrying you. The source below gives you the symptoms of meningitis (it doesn't sound like you have any of them). I hope you have a speedy recovery.