A Novel Technique of Using Sponge as Post-Operative Nasal Packing
Introduction In an effort to find a comparable but less expensive nasal pack with the qualities of MerocelR,this study was aimed at comparing the clinical efficacy and patient comfort level, while simultaneously using MerocelR and commercially available sponge as packing material in the same pati...
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| author | Ike Thomas Jathin Sam Thekkethil Ramesh Chandra Kapoor Tina Thomas Pramod Thomas |
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| description | Introduction
In an effort to find a comparable but less expensive nasal pack with the qualities of MerocelR,this study was aimed at comparing the clinical efficacy and patient comfort level, while simultaneously using MerocelR and commercially available sponge as packing material in the same patient.
Materials and Methods
This study included those patients who underwent septoplasty, turbinoplasty or FESS and nasal packing was done randomly with MerocelR and commercially available sponge (polyurethane foam) on the same patient. Patients shared their experience on the symptom questionnaire on the first post-operative day and they underwent sequential diagnostic nasal endoscopy to assess the endoscopic status of the nasal cavity, which were documented meticulously.
Result
The post-operative bleeding control, pain during pack removal, general satisfaction, willingness to reuse and post-operative adhesion were same for both MerocelR and sponge.
Conclusion
The innovative technique of using a commonly available, commercially prepared sponge which is as good as MerocelR is well supported due to its efficacy in hemostasis, less mucosal trauma and less pain during pack removal. So it may be used in developing countries where cost is a factor for compliance of patients for undergoing surgeries without compromising on quality. |
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| spelling | doaj.art-0e8aef357946430187aa3a6c0d564f022024-03-02T14:00:58ZengThe Association of Otolaryngologists of India, West BengalBengal Journal of Otolaryngology and Head Neck Surgery2395-24072020-07-0126110.47210/bjohns.2018.v26i1.152A Novel Technique of Using Sponge as Post-Operative Nasal PackingIke Thomas0Jathin Sam Thekkethil1Ramesh Chandra Kapoor2Tina Thomas3Pramod Thomas4Believers Church Medical College Hospital, Thiruvalla, KeralaBelievers Church Medical College Hospital, Thiruvalla, KeralaBadr Al Samaa Hospital, RuwiBelievers Church Medical College Hospital, Thiruvalla, KeralaBelievers Church Medical College Hospital, Thiruvalla, KeralaIntroduction In an effort to find a comparable but less expensive nasal pack with the qualities of MerocelR,this study was aimed at comparing the clinical efficacy and patient comfort level, while simultaneously using MerocelR and commercially available sponge as packing material in the same patient. Materials and Methods This study included those patients who underwent septoplasty, turbinoplasty or FESS and nasal packing was done randomly with MerocelR and commercially available sponge (polyurethane foam) on the same patient. Patients shared their experience on the symptom questionnaire on the first post-operative day and they underwent sequential diagnostic nasal endoscopy to assess the endoscopic status of the nasal cavity, which were documented meticulously. Result The post-operative bleeding control, pain during pack removal, general satisfaction, willingness to reuse and post-operative adhesion were same for both MerocelR and sponge. Conclusion The innovative technique of using a commonly available, commercially prepared sponge which is as good as MerocelR is well supported due to its efficacy in hemostasis, less mucosal trauma and less pain during pack removal. So it may be used in developing countries where cost is a factor for compliance of patients for undergoing surgeries without compromising on quality.https://bjohns.in/journal3/index.php/bjohns/article/view/152Nasal PackingPolyvinyl AlcoholPolyurethanes |
| spellingShingle | Ike Thomas Jathin Sam Thekkethil Ramesh Chandra Kapoor Tina Thomas Pramod Thomas A Novel Technique of Using Sponge as Post-Operative Nasal Packing Bengal Journal of Otolaryngology and Head Neck Surgery Nasal Packing Polyvinyl Alcohol Polyurethanes |
| title | A Novel Technique of Using Sponge as Post-Operative Nasal Packing |
| title_full | A Novel Technique of Using Sponge as Post-Operative Nasal Packing |
| title_fullStr | A Novel Technique of Using Sponge as Post-Operative Nasal Packing |
| title_full_unstemmed | A Novel Technique of Using Sponge as Post-Operative Nasal Packing |
| title_short | A Novel Technique of Using Sponge as Post-Operative Nasal Packing |
| title_sort | novel technique of using sponge as post operative nasal packing |
| topic | Nasal Packing Polyvinyl Alcohol Polyurethanes |
| url | https://bjohns.in/journal3/index.php/bjohns/article/view/152 |
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