Turbinectomy is a widely performed procedure for treatment of turbinate hypertrophy and chronic hypertrophic rhinitis. In this article an endoscopic variation of the inferior turbinoplasty is presented. This technique is rapid and simple and has the advantage of superior visualization during the elevation of the mucosal flap and resection of the turbinate. It allows precise tailoring of the resection to the needs of the patient. This procedure has been successfully performed in more than 30 patients without complication. The endoscopic inferior turbinoplasty is a safe and easy technique for treatment of inferior turbinate hypertrophy.
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