Computational fluid dynamics after endoscopic endonasal skull base surgery —possible empty nose syndrome in the context of middle turbinate resection

ConclusionThese results suggest that turbinectomy and/or posterior septectomy may have a varying functional impact and that ENS symptoms go beyond anatomy and correlate with aerodynamic changes. The findings open the door for CFD as a potential objective diagnosis tool for ENS.

Source: International Forum of Allergy and Rhinology - November 29, 2018 Category: Allergy & Immunology Authors: Guillermo Maza, Chengyu Li, Jillian P. Krebs, Bradley A. Otto, Alexander A. Farag, Ricardo L. Carrau, Kai Zhao Tags: ORIGINAL ARTICLE Source Type: research