In:
Otolaryngology–Head and Neck Surgery, Wiley, Vol. 145, No. S2 ( 2011-08)
Kurzfassung:
Sorbsan (calcium alginate) is an absorbent packing that shows a potent hemostatic effect and can maintain moist wound surfaces. The aim of this study was to evaluate the early symptoms and QOL with Sorbsan versus Beschitin‐F (chitin‐coated gauze) for middle meatus packing after endoscopic sinus surgery (ESS). Method We performed a cohort study of 40 patients who underwent ESS. The patients were randomly allocated into 2 groups who underwent insertion of either Sorbsan or Beschitin‐F into the middle meatus. A daily diary was used to record the symptoms and QOL, measured using visual analogue scales. Results The scores for each of the symptoms of nasal pain, headache, nasal bleeding, and postnasal drip were statistically significantly lower in the Sorbsan group. The scores for each of the QOL parameters, including the effect on their stay in the hospital and sleep disturbance, were also significantly lower in the Sorbsan group. There were no findings of postoperative hemorrhage or local infection in either group. Conclusion Sorbsan packing did not cause any major complications and has the potential to reduce nasal pain and suffering in post‐ESS patients compared with gauze packing.
Materialart:
Online-Ressource
ISSN:
0194-5998
,
1097-6817
DOI:
10.1177/0194599811415823a62
Sprache:
Englisch
Verlag:
Wiley
Publikationsdatum:
2011
ZDB Id:
2008453-5
