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Functional Endoscopic Sinus Surgery (FESS) in Singapore

Hospitals and medical centers in Singapore performing the Functional Endoscopic Sinus Surgery (FESS) procedure.

Raffles Hospital

A full service private hospital offering a comprehensive range of specialist services by a team of 200 physicians. 35-40% of the patients are foreigners, and there is a dedicated department for handling medical tourists.

5 listed ENT specialists:

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Dr. Euan Murugasu

Otorhinolaryngology

Dr. Stephen Lee Teck Soong

Surgical treatment of sinus and nasal disease

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FESS

upon request

Gleneagles Hospital

A 380 bed private hospital offering tertiary acute care services that cover a wide range of medical and surgical specialties.

7 listed ENT specialists:

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Dr. Leong Hoo Kwong

Otorhinolaryngology

Dr. Hwang Siew Yoong Jason

Otorhinolaryngology

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FESS (Functional Endoscopic Sinus Surgery)

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National University Hospital

A 928 bed teaching hospital offering a full range of medical, surgical and diagnostic services. NUH serves as a refferal center for cancer patients, pediatrics, cardiology and other specialties.

9 listed ENT specialists:

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Assoc. Prof. Thomas Loh Kwok Seng

Head and Senior Consultant

Assoc. Prof. Lynne Lim

Airway reconstruction for laryngotracheal obstruction, syndromic patients

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FESS (Functional Endoscopic Sinus Surgery)

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Changi General Hospital

A major hospital in the eastern side of Singapore, with a capacity of 790 beds and facilities to accommodate outpatients likewise.

17 listed ENT specialists:

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Dr. Hsu Pon Poh

Chief of Department of Ear, Nose and Throat (Otolaryngology)

Dr. Lye Kok Weng Eric

Head & Senior Consultant

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Endoscopic Sinus Surgery

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Jurong Medical Centre

A medical hub providing a comprehensive range of healthcare services primarily to residents in the western part of Singapore.

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FESS (Functional Endoscopic Sinus Surgery)

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About FESS

This information is intended for general information only and should not be considered as medical advice on the part of Health-Tourism.com. Any decision on medical treatments, after-care or recovery should be done solely upon proper consultation and advice of a qualified physician.

What is Endoscopic Sinus surgery?
Endoscopic Sinus Surgery is a surgical procedure to remove unhealthy sinus tissue from the drainage channels, which helps in making way for the drainage of infected material from the sinus cavities. The surgery is mostly performed using endoscopic methods for improved and accurate view. Endoscopic nasal sinus surgery is done without external incisions and therefore there is very little bleeding, swelling and discomfort, which enables a fast recovery. Endoscopic sinus surgery does not damage healthy tissues, requires less time and yields good results. Nasal sinus surgery requires post-operative care, therefore follow-up and aftercare should be given essential attention.

How is Endoscopic Sinus Surgery performed?

  • A nasal endoscope is inserted through the nostrils into the nasal cavity. This allows the doctor to view the inside of the nose and sinuses.
  • The middle turbinate is located to identify and remove the uncinate process.
  • The ethmoid air cells are opened to improve ventilation, leaving the bone with the covering of mucous membrane.
  • Any blockage in the ostium, situated close to the jaw is removed with a meatal antrostomy.
  • The surgery helps to improve the ventilation of the sinuses by making the osteomeatal complex function better.

How to prepare for the Endoscopic Sinus surgery?
  • The patient’s medical history is reviewed by the doctor.
  • An ENT specialist will conduct diagnostic examination on the patient, which may involve fiberoptic endoscopy and CT scan.
  • The patient needs to avoid taking certain medication that may worsen bleeding. This includes herbs and vitamins.
  • The patient may be required to take antibiotics and steroids to reduce swelling.
  • Patients who smoke are advised to stop or reduce smoking to help in recovery.
  • The doctor should be informed if the patient has fever or any illness before the surgery.

Duration of procedure/surgery : 60 to 90 minutes

Days admitted : Nasal sinus surgery is usually done as an outpatient procedure.

Anesthesia : Local anesthesia with intravenous sedation

Recovery : - The patient is taken to the recovery room where the patient’s vital signs are monitored. - Moderate bleeding from the nose after the surgery is normal. - The patient may vomit once or twice after the surgery. - Swelling of the nose, around the eyes, and upper lip is noticed for several days. - Complete recovery may take three to five days.

Risks : - Injury to the optic nerve, resulting in blindness - Leakage of cerebrospinal fluid - Orbital Hematoma - Nasolacrimal duct stenosis - Intracranial injury - Smell and taste impairment - Numbness - Voice change - Pain - Nasal blockage

After care : - The patient will not be able to drive after the surgery due to drowsiness and disorientation. - The nose dressing should be changed regularly as it becomes wet. - The patient may need to wear a nose pack for a few days - The patient should avoid blowing the nose for about a week from the surgery. - The patient should sleep with the head at an elevation. - Pain medication should be taken only after consulting the doctor. - The patient may need to use a saline spray for six to eight times a day to keep the nose moist. - The patient should restrain from strenuous activities and physical recreational activities for a few weeks. - Alcoholic beverages, caffeine, and spicy food should be avoided. - Decongestant nasal sprays should not be used without consulting a doctor. - Dairy products may cause excessive mucous formation and should therefore be avoided. - The patient should avoid smoking and should drink a lot of water. - The patient should take all medication prescribed by the doctor. - A follow up appointment is scheduled a week after the surgery.

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