Turbinate reduction through cauterization - what are the risks?

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Exactly how likely is it to develop chronic problems from cauterization vs other techniques? What symptoms are usually involved with cauterization if I do follow thru with the surgery?

Ronald J. Edelson, MD · Answer

Turbinate reduction is often done in conjunction with rhinoplasty or septoplasty to improve breathing. There are several ways of doing this and the complication rate is quite low

David M. Kowalczyk, MD, MBA, FACS · Answer

Great question. Turbinate reduction helps to improve the airflow through the nose. The best way to reduce the likelihood of problems is to not overly reduce the turbinates and use a submucosal technique. This allows for the mucosa to respond as it should. I would not recommend anything that overly shrinks or disrupts the turbinates. Empty Nose Syndrome is rare, but can happen. The best way to stay safe is to be conservative.

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