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Comparative Analysis of Silastic Stenting in Sinus Surgery
Sponsor: University of British Columbia
Summary
Silastic stenting is a measure taken to support tissue healing following sinus surgery. Silastic stents are inserted into the sinus cavities and provide structural support while facilitating healing in the critical period of recovery following surgery. There is controversy over the optimal duration for which silastic stents should be left in place. Having them in place for shorter periods may reduce the likelihood of stent-related reactions, while leaving them for longer periods could promote more tissue healing. The aim of this study is to compare the impact of stent duration on clinical outcomes of patients following sinus surgery.
Official title: Comparative Analysis of Short-term (4 Weeks) vs. Long-term (12 Weeks) Silastic Stenting in Frontal Sinus Surgery: A Prospective Study of Clinical Outcomes
Key Details
Gender
All
Age Range
19 Years - 89 Years
Study Type
INTERVENTIONAL
Enrollment
100
Start Date
2024-09-02
Completion Date
2026-03-02
Last Updated
2024-07-16
Healthy Volunteers
No
Conditions
Interventions
Silastic Stenting
Drill-out frontal sinus procedures, are a well-established surgical intervention in the management of CRS, involves extensive sinus surgery with the creation of a large, surgically exposed area of raw bone. This raw bone, left exposed postoperatively, poses a unique challenge in the context of mucosal healing. Silastic stents, inserted into the sinus cavities, offer a promising solution by providing structural support and facilitating mucosal re-mucolisation in this critical period of postoperative recovery.