Rhinology and Paranasal Sinus Section
Our Rhinology and Paranasal Sinus Section provides comprehensive team-oriented
care for all nasal and sinus complaints. We see people with complaints
of nasal obstruction, allergies, cosmetic concerns, problems with their
sense of smell and troublesome sinusitis. Our facility is utilized extensively
by patients requesting second opinions in these and related areas. For
patients with tumors of the nose or sinuses, we offer multidisciplinary
care in conjunction with our radiotherapists, medical oncologists and
reconstructive surgeons.
Contemporary care of sinus disease resistant to antibiotic treatment
demands detailed investigation prior to any possible surgery. At The University
of Iowa, we work closely with our colleagues in Allergy and Immunology
to establish individualized treatment plans for each patient. Every attempt
is made to isolate and treat medical factors which predispose patients
to sinusitis. Same-day, on-site x-ray studies allow for a prompt, thorough
evaluation of patients' conditions. If surgery is required, this
is performed by a surgical team with dedicated expertise, using the latest
functional techniques. These allow for rapid patient recuperation and
minimal time in-hospital.
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