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Functional Endoscopic Sinus Surgery

FESS is a minimally invasive surgery to treat chronic sinusitis and improve sinus drainage.
 

The procedure:

  • Done under general anaesthetic

  • A thin, flexible endoscope (camera) is inserted through the nostrils—no external cuts

  • The surgeon uses specialized instruments to remove blockages like inflamed tissue, polyps, or bone

  • Enlarges the sinus openings to restore normal drainage

  • The surgeon carefully preserves healthy tissue while clearing diseased areas

  • Surgery typically lasts 1 to 3 hours and we usually keep patients overnight.
     

Recovery involves nasal rinses, avoiding nose blowing, and follow-ups to ensure sinuses heal properly. FESS improves symptoms and reduces sinus infections long-term.

Dr Michele Long

Our Address

Room 128,

Vincent Pallotti Life Hospital
Pinelands, Cape Town

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Tel:  021 531 4282

or 086 580 5544 after hours

​Email:  admin@entlong.co.za

Rooms open

Monday to Friday

8am - 5pm
By Appointment Only

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