The Predictive Factors of Olfactory Changes after Endoscopic Sinus Surgery.

Author: Mi Kyung YE ¹
Author Information

1. Department of Otorhinolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery, School of Medicine, Catholic University of Daegu, Daegu, Korea. miky@cu.ac.kr
Publication Type:Review
Keywords: Olfaction disorders; Sinusitis; Surgical procedures; Operative; Outcome assessment
MeSH: Humans; Olfaction Disorders; Quality of Life; Sinusitis; Smell
From:Journal of Rhinology 2018;25(2):63-68
CountryRepublic of Korea
Language:Korean
Abstract: Olfactory dysfunction is one of the most common complaints of patients with chronic rhinosinusitis. Patients who suffer from olfactory dysfunction report a negative effect on their overall quality of life. Chronic rhinosinusitis-related olfactory impairment is the most treatable form of olfactory disorder; however, outcomes after endoscopic sinus surgery (ESS) are challenging to predict. Previous studies have documented a wide range in overall improvement after ESS. The purpose of this study is to review the factors that predict changes in olfaction after ESS.