Balloon Frontal Sinuplasty

Indications:

• Chronic frontal sinusitis refractory to medical therapy
• Narrow frontal recess and/or frontal ostia

Highlights:

• Catheter positioned in middle meatus
• Lighted guide-wire threaded into frontal sinus
• Balloon threaded over guide-wire and inflated

Keep in Mind/Things to Remember:

• Trans-illumination of frontal sinus confirms proper positioning.
• Specific indications and long-term outcomes await further study.