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Nasal Packing After Turbinoplasty

NCT07663929 · Status: COMPLETED · Phase: NA · Type: INTERVENTIONAL · Enrollment: 135

Last updated 2026-06-23

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Summary

This study aims to to compare postoperative pain, patient comfort, and hemostatic safety among four non-absorbable nasal packing techniques following microdebrider-assisted inferior turbinoplasty (MAIT) and to identify the most effective low-cost packing option.

Conditions

  • Nasal Packing

Interventions

PROCEDURE

Standard bilateral Merocel® nasal tampons packing after Microdebrider-assisted inferior turbinoplasty

Standard bilateral Merocel® nasal tampons (Medtronic, USA) were inserted in their dry compressed form. Prior to insertion, each tampon was trimmed according to the dimensions of the patient's nasal cavity. Following contact with nasal secretions, the Merocel expanded to provide gentle and uniform pressure over the operative site.

PROCEDURE

A Merocel® tampon was enclosed within the finger portion of a sterile powder-free latex surgical glove after Microdebrider-assisted inferior turbinoplasty

A Merocel® tampon was enclosed within the finger portion of a sterile powder-free latex surgical glove. The glove finger was then partially stripped to expose portions of the Merocel surface while retaining a thin latex interface, thereby preventing the glove from acting as a complete barrier and allowing contact between the Merocel and surrounding nasal secretions. This modification preserved the expansion and absorptive properties of the Merocel while creating a smoother, less adherent outer surface.

PROCEDURE

Merocel® tampons were coated with a thin uniform layer of topical broad-spectrum antibiotic ointment after microdebrider-assisted inferior turbinoplasty

Merocel® tampons were coated with a thin uniform layer of topical broad-spectrum antibiotic ointment, such as fusidic acid 2% plus corticosteroids, prior to bilateral insertion. This modification was intended to provide localized antimicrobial coverage while preserving the hemostatic effect of the packing material.

PROCEDURE

terile ribbon gauze impregnated with white petroleum jelly (paraffin) after microdebrider-assisted inferior turbinoplasty

Sterile ribbon gauze impregnated with white petroleum jelly (paraffin) was loosely packed into each nasal cavity in a layered accordion-like fashion, beginning at the nasal floor and progressing posteriorly. Packing density was standardized to achieve adequate hemostasis while avoiding excessive pressure on the nasal mucosa.

Sponsors & Collaborators

  • Kafrelsheikh University

    lead OTHER

Study Design

Allocation
RANDOMIZED
Purpose
OTHER
Masking
SINGLE
Model
PARALLEL

Eligibility

Min Age
18 Years
Max Age
65 Years
Sex
ALL
Healthy Volunteers
No

Timeline & Regulatory

Start
2026-01-01
Primary Completion
2026-05-06
Completion
2026-06-03

Countries

  • Egypt

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