Patients presenting to the Nasal and Sinus Disorders Program with these tumors undergo a thorough evaluation. The preoperative evaluation will include a thorough head and neck exam, review of the microscopic characteristics of the tumor, and a detailed review of the radiographic imaging studies (CT and MRI).
The head and neck exam will include a procedure called nasal endoscopy. The endoscopes provide superior illumination and visualization of the tumor as compared to traditional techniques. When combined with the CT and MRI findings a precise "mapping" of the tumor can be accomplished preoperatively.
Depending on the microscopic characteristics, location, and extent of the tumor, appropriate consultation with the specialties noted above is arranged. An individualized plan is then tailored for each patient.