Some observations on submucous diathermy

Submucosal diathermy (SMD) of the inferior turbinates is widely used, although its effect histologically has not been well shown. We attempted to demonstrate the acute histological changes of SMD by performing it immediately prior to inferior turbinectomy. The results found help to explain the unpre...

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Published in:Journal of laryngology and otology 1989-11, Vol.103 (11), p.1047-1049
Main Authors: Woodhead, C. J., Wickham, M. H., Smelt, G. J. C., Macdonald, A. W.
Format: Article
Language:English
Subjects:
Electrocoagulation - adverse effects
Epithelium - pathology
Humans
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Nasal Mucosa - pathology
Nasal Mucosa - surgery
Turbinates - pathology
Turbinates - surgery
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Summary:Submucosal diathermy (SMD) of the inferior turbinates is widely used, although its effect histologically has not been well shown. We attempted to demonstrate the acute histological changes of SMD by performing it immediately prior to inferior turbinectomy. The results found help to explain the unpredictability of producing a clinical response.
ISSN:0022-2151
1748-5460
DOI:10.1017/S0022215100110941