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Dr. Rande Lazar is an Otolaryngologist located in Memphis, TN and also the founder of Otolaryngology Consultants, an ear, nose, and throat practice based out of the Memphis area. Dr. Rande Lazar has a wide array of experience in many areas of otolaryngology, including treatment for sinus infections, respiratory infections, tonsil infections, ear infections, throat infections, and sleep disorders. Though his primary focus is children, he treats adults for ear, nose, and throat disorders as well. He is also experienced in pediatric hearing and larynx (voice box) problems, as well as many other problems affecting the head and neck. Dr. Lazar is an experienced surgeon for both pediatric and adult sleep and sinus disorders.

You can also find Dr. Rande Lazar his practice’s website, Otolaryngology Consultants of Memphis.

Abstract:

Sinusitis has become the number one chronic illness for all age groups in the U.S. It has surpassed arthritis and hypertension as reported by the National Center for Disease Statistics. Although its exact incidence in children is not known, it is a common disease entity in the pediatric age group.

The etiological factors predisposing to sinusitis are multiple. They range from local anatomic variations to major systemic abnormalities. Diagnosis may be based on clinical manifestations or may require advanced radiographic studies. The majority of cases respond to conventional medical treatment. Surgical intervention is entertained only after optimal medical therapy fails.

Functional Endonasal Sinus Surgery (FESS) is a relatively new surgical procedure that was introduced in the mid 1980′s in the U.S. It is proving to be an effective treatment for chronic and/or recurrent sinusitis in children who have failed maximal medical therapy. FESS is a functional rather than an ablative or exentrative procedure. The diseased tissues are removed under direct visualization and the physiologic mucociliary clearance is restored.

This course is intended to familiarize the otolaryngologist and residents-in-training with the embryology, anatomy and pathophysiology of pediatric sinusitis. Systemic diseases such as allergy, asthma and immunodeficiency as they relate to sinusitis in children are discussed. The important role of pediatric FESS, its indications, the techniques, the results and the complications will be dealt with extensively.
View the full article in PDF format here: The Medical and Surgical Management of Sinusitis in Children

Dr. Rande Lazar makes his internet home at Otolaryngology Consultants of Memphis.