Month: June 2010
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Split Ear Lobe-Ear lobe Repair In Trivandrum, Kerala
Lobuloplasty Torn earlobe is a frequent occurrence because of using heavy ear rings. Large earrings that dangle are caught on clothing or grasped by a child. The result may be a partially or completely torn earlobe. Repair of a torn earlobe is done under a local anesthetic. The procedure consists of freshening the edges of…
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Maxillary Antral Washout Is Not Out
Antral lavage: irrigation of the maxillary sinus through its natural ostium or through a puncture of the inferior meatus. Antral puncture and lavage through the inferior meatus is a minor but common ENT procedure, usually performed under local anesthesia After seeing many cases of “failed FESS” in recent times, I am inclined to treat patients…
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Nasal Abscess in Danger Area of Face
Nasal furunculosis-Abscess-is a boil in the nasal vestibule as a result of infection of a hair follicle. This condition is very rare. Staphylococcus is the most common organism, rarely MRSA. In this condition the tip of the nose becomes red and very painful-throbbing pain. Systemic antibiotics should be given immediately, preferably by injection. Follow up…