title: Anatomy and Complications: Safe Sinus.
abstract: Safe sinus surgery is predicated on a clear understanding and knowledge of the anatomy. The paranasal sinuses are surrounded by vital vascular and neurologic structures. In every step during the surgical procedure, one should know the regional surrounding anatomy and the potential complications that can be encountered if the procedures traverse these areas. Preoperative assessment of the imaging is important to identify potential hazardous areas.
authors.affiliation: Department of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery, New York Presbyterian Hospital, Weill Medical College of Cornell University, 772 Park Avenue, New York, NY 10021, USA. Electronic address: m@amine.net.
authors.forename: Muhamad A
authors.initials: MA
authors.lastname: Amine
authors.affiliation: Department of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery, New York Presbyterian Hospital, Weill Medical College of Cornell University, 772 Park Avenue, New York, NY 10021, USA.
authors.forename: Vijay
authors.initials: V
authors.lastname: Anand
mesh_terms: D004724:Endoscopy / Q000009:adverse effects*; D006801:Humans; D010256:Paranasal Sinuses / Q000033:anatomy & histology* / Q000000981:diagnostic imaging*; D011183:Postoperative Complications / Q000517:prevention & control*; D014057:Tomography, X-Ray Computed
keywords: Anatomy; Complications; Endoscopic sinus surgery; Safety