TUSC (TUrbinate Surgery Classification): A Novel Classification Proposal for Turbinate Surgery

Ear Nose Throat J. 2022 Dec;101(10):NP423-NP425. doi: 10.1177/0145561320981448. Epub 2020 Dec 11.

Abstract

Aim of this manuscript is to propose a clear and easily applicable classification for turbinate surgery, based on the use of a numerical model, which could be introduced in the practice of Otolaryngologists and Maxillo-Facial surgeons.Applying this classification, it will be possible to offer an easy format when describing which turbinates are involved in a procedure, and to offer a quick method to record and analyse clinical data, also for scientific purpose.

Keywords: classification; nasal cavity; surgery; turbinates.

Publication types

  • Letter

MeSH terms

  • Humans
  • Nasal Obstruction* / surgery
  • Turbinates* / surgery