Category: Surgery
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Pre auricular sinus excision
Congenital Pre auricular sinuses are malformations that result from incomplete fusion of 2 of the 6 hillocks that arise from the first and second branchial arches. Once infection occurs, the likelihood of recurrent acute exacerbations is high, and the sinus tract should be surgically removed. Surgery should take place once the infection has been…
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Cosmetic Rhinoplasty
Rhinoplasty is a type of cosmetic surgery that is performed in order to reshape the nose. Although rhinoplasty is most often sought for cosmetic reasons, it can also help correct structural defects that may cause breathing problems. External (open)Rhinoplasty is a very popular procedure that can make profound differences not only in the balance of…
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Surgery to cure OSA and Snoring
LAUP is performed under local or general anaesthetic and is considered to be a safer, more economical and a more comfortable alternative to UPPP. It involves vaporising the free edge of the soft palate and uvula using a laser. Unlike UPPP, LAUP may have to be repeated in order to obtain the desired effect.…