Evaluating the efficacy of nasal irrigation in postoperative functional endoscopic sinus surgery patients: a systematic review and meta-analysis.

Sridevi GnanasekaranVinothini JayarajYazhini V BMohanraj Palani SelvamVinoth Rajendran

Published in: European archives of oto-rhino-laryngology : official journal of the European Federation of Oto-Rhino-Laryngological Societies (EUFOS) : affiliated with the German Society for Oto-Rhino-Laryngology - Head and Neck Surgery (2024)

Nasal irrigation with various solutions postoperative FESS patients demonstrated significant improvements in patient-reported symptoms and endoscopic scores compared to normal saline. Budesonide appeared particularly effective. However, high heterogeneity and potential publication bias warrant cautious interpretation. Standardized outcome measures and further research are needed to strengthen the evidence.

Keyphrases

end stage renal disease
patient reported
newly diagnosed
chronic kidney disease
ejection fraction
patients undergoing
peritoneal dialysis
prognostic factors
ultrasound guided
risk assessment
coronary artery disease
depressive symptoms
sleep quality