Balloon Sinuplasty

This minimally invasive technique is used to treat chronic or recurrent sinusitis or sinus infections when medical therapy has not provided adequate relief. During this procedure, surgeons use a small balloon, placed through the nose, to dilate the sinus openings. Balloon sinuplasty is a procedure that ear, nose, and throat surgeons may use for the treatment of blocked sinuses. Patients diagnosed with sinusitis but not responding to medications may be candidates for sinus surgery.