Endoscopic trans-sphenoidal pituitary surgery does not impact postoperative nasal quality of life

ConclusionsOur concept of minimally invasive endoscopic tumor resections on the pituitary gland with preservation of nasal turbinates shows low morbidity for the patient. Despite objectifiable surgery-associated changes in the nose, nasal physiology in terms of smell, airflow and mucociliary clearance can be preserved and the subjective quality of life of our patients remains stable.
Source: European Archives of Oto-Rhino-Laryngology - Category: ENT & OMF Source Type: research