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Introduction
Diagnosis and Treatment
Continuing Care
Clinical Services
Faculty
Referral Information
Introduction
Swelling and inflammation in the nasal passages can block the drainage
pathways of the sinuses and begin a cycle of infection and obstruction
that worsens over time. Symptoms may include rhinorrhea, post-nasal
drip, nasal obstruction, headache, facial pain and/or pressure, loss
of smell and taste, fever and malaise.
Most sinusitis is "rhinogenic," or secondary to a problem
in the nose. But there are other possible causes of sinus and nasal
disorders, including structural abnormalities, medications, allergies,
and the environment, systemic illnesses, even stress.
An accurate diagnosis is essential in identifying underlying problems
and planning treatment.
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Diagnosis and Treatment
- Endoscopic examination allows accurate diagnosis of local anatomic and
mucosal lesions under local anesthesia in the office.
- CT scanning of the paranasal sinuses further identifies bony and mucosal
abnormalities.
- Many conditions can be treated medically. With accurate diagnosis, treatment
of patients who suffer from repeated episodes of upper respiratory tract illness,
including constant "cold" symptoms, nasal inflammation, sinus infection,
and allergies and related illnesses can result in relief from symptoms.
- If symptoms do not respond to medical treatment, excellent results
can be obtained with limited surgical procedures directed at problem
areas identified by nasal endoscopy and CT scanning.
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Continuing Care
- Following the determination of a treatment plan in conjunction with the
referring physician, recommendations will be detailed in a letter and on-going
contact maintained.
- Patients undergoing surgical procedures will receive necessary post-operative
office follow-up to ensure the best possible results.
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Clinical Services
- At NYU Medical Center we employ the latest diagnostic methods, including:
- Diagnostic fiberoptic nasal endoscopy with TV monitors viewing
for patient education.
- Intraoperative image guided technology
- High resolution CT and MRI scanning
- Consultation with allergists, pulmonologists, and other specialists
to help treat related problems.
- State-of-the-art fiberoptic, image guidance and and laser technology
makes surgery safe, fast, and effective.
- The Day Surgery Center at New York university Medical Center offers
full anesthesia services and recovery room facilities, allowing for
same day treatment and discharge of patients.
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Faculty
Joseph
B. Jacobs, M.D., Director
Minas
Constantinides, M.D.
David
Kaufman, M.D.
Richard
A. Lebowitz, M.D.
Philip
J. Miller, M.D.
Richard
Nass, M.D.
Harvey
Plasse, M.D.
Stephen
G. Rothstein, M.D.
Kenneth
L. Schneider, M.D.
All our physicians are board-certified otolaryngologists and serve
on the faculty of the New York University School of Medicine.
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Referral Information
- For an appointment, or to discuss a patient prior to referral, physicians
may call 263-8452 and patients may telephone us at 263-5000 at the
NYU Medical Center.
- The results of all tests and diagnostic procedures will be discussed
with the referring physician.
- Diagnostic and therapeutic procedures for nasal and sinus problems
are covered by most health insurance policies.
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