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Quiz: Do You Understand Sinus Infections?

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1

There are three different types of sinusitis.

Explanation:

There are four different types of sinusitis: acute, subacute, chronic and recurrent.

2

Nasal polyps are not a cause of sinusitis.

Explanation:

Causes of sinusitis include the common cold, a deviated septum, smoking, medications that suppress the immune system, chemical irritation, nasal polyps and allergic rhinitis.

3

Green nasal discharge can be a symptom of a sinus infection.

Explanation:

Sinusitis symptoms include runny or stuffy nose, green nasal discharge, fever, facial tenderness or headache and cough.

4

Antibiotics are often prescribed for sinusitis.

Explanation:

Sinusitis treatment depends on the type and severity of the sinus infection. If you have bacterial sinusitis, your physician will usually prescribe antibiotics. In many cases, your physician will recommend you use a decongestant, saline nasal washes and over-the-counter (OTC) medications.

5

Sinus surgery is usually the first treatment recommended by physicians.

Explanation:

Sinus surgery is reserved for patients who have failed maximum medical management. Currently the gold standard for treating sinuses is computer-assisted sinus surgery - called functional sinus surgery or functional endoscopic sinus surgery.

Clearpoint Health Network in Vancouver is a state-of-the-art surgery facility with three operating rooms, six recovery beds and five overnight stay rooms. False Creek Surgical Centre currently operates six days a week: Monday to Friday 7.30 am – 6:00 pm and Saturdays 8:00 am – 4:00 pm.

Our Vancouver private surgery clinic is licensed for overnight stays for patient care following their procedure. The Centre maintains a nurse to patient ratio of up to 1 nurse for every 3 patients, creating an environment for high quality patient care.

False Creek Surgery Centre Vancouver  boasts some of the most up-to-date equipment available, including the InstaTrak™ for computer assisted sinus surgery. Leading edge equipment allows for less invasive techniques in all areas, from private orthopedic surgery to plastic surgery and cosmetic surgery.

Private Surgical Procedures at False Creek Surgical Centre Vancouver

Some of the private surgery procedures we perform are:

Plastic Surgery: Facelift, breast enhancement, tummy tuck, rhinoplasty, liposuction, forehead lift, eyelid surgery, chemical peels, ear surgery, collagen injections, Obaji skin treatment, Botox, lip enhancements, thigh lift and gynecomastia.

Bariatric Surgery (Lap band surgery for weight loss).

Orthopaedic Surgery: Shoulder surgery, knee surgery, elbow surgery, wrist and hand surgery.

Vasectomy and Vasectomy Reversal

Lumbar Back Surgery: Lumbar discectomy procedure.

General Surgery: Diagnostic procedures, hemorrhoid surgery, hernia repair, colonscopy, gastroscopy, sigmoidoscopy.

The 6,000-square-foot False Creek private surgical facility is unique in being able to present technology within an environment designed with an aesthetic backdrop. The centre was designed with natural lighting and warm colours to help promote a sense of calm and healing. The environment is further enhanced by the use of natural stone and wood, framed by a view of beautiful downtown Vancouver and the Coast Mountains.

For out of town patients, please ask us about special arrangements for accommodations. Our preferred accommodation is at the Vancouver Westin Grand Hotel, approximately five minutes drive from the facility. Accommodations may be booked using our corporate discount rate when booked by our staff. Please let us know at the time of your private surgery consultation if we can assist in making these travel arrangements.

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