Nasal Endoscope

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What is it?

This is a very small 4mm thick and about 30 cm long cable-like lens equipment that ENT surgeons use to examine the nasal cavities, sinuses and throat.

How is it carried out?

It will usually be done during your routine out patient appointment. You will be asked to sit up right in the chair and breath normally. The endoscope is then introduced gentle through one of your nasal passages and your sinuses and throat will be visible to the surgeon through the endoscopy.

Is it painful?

It is not a painful procedure. Sometimes a local anaesthetic may be require to minimize the odd sensation some patients have during the examination.

How long does it take?

The examination usually takes less than 5 minutes.

Does it need anestheia?

Occassional a local anaesthetic nasal spray may be used.

How is it carried out?

There is no significant complication with this procedure. Very rarely you may have brief and very mild nasal bleeding which stops quickly.

Cost?

The charge varies from £91- £300 depending on the complexity of your diagnoses.