Closed Polyp Surgery

Who is it for?

• Individuals diagnosed with nasal polyps causing breathing difficulties, loss of smell, or frequent infections.
• Patients with colon polyps identified during screening tests, which may be precancerous or cause symptoms like bleeding.
• People seeking a less invasive option for polyp removal with a faster recovery.

Recovery Period

• Patients can typically return home the same day but may experience mild pain, fatigue, or nasal/rectal bleeding initially. Normal activities can often be resumed within a few days, but strenuous activities should be avoided during the healing period.

Potential Risks and Side Effects

• Bleeding or infection at the site of the polyp removal.
• Damage to surrounding tissues or organs, although rare due to the precision of the procedure.
• Risk of polyp recurrence depending on individual health conditions and the nature of the polyps.
• Adverse reactions to anesthesia.

Alternative Treatments

• Medications such as nasal sprays, steroids, or antibiotics for managing symptoms or shrinking polyps.
• Traditional open surgery for polyp removal in cases where closed surgery is not feasible.
• Lifestyle changes and dietary adjustments, particularly for colon polyps.

Success Rate

Closed polyp surgery has a high success rate, with most patients experiencing significant improvement in symptoms. The procedure effectively removes polyps in over 90% of cases, although the risk of recurrence varies.

Procedure step-by-step overivew

• Initial preparation of the patient, including anesthesia or sedation.
• Insertion of the endoscope through the nose or rectum to reach the polyp.
• Identification and detailed visualization of the polyp using the endoscope's camera.
• Careful removal of the polyp using specialized instruments passed through the endoscope.
• Examination and possible biopsy of the removed polyp for further analysis.
• Completion of the procedure and removal of the endoscope.
• Post-operative observation before discharge.