Nasal polyp surgery is usually followed by a hospital stay of about 4-5 days.
The purpose of nasal polyp surgery is to remove polypoid lesion tissue from the nasal cavity and sinuses, improve ventilation and drainage in the nasal cavity and sinuses, and rebuild the normal physiological structure. Surgery can cause damage to the mucous membranes, blood vessels and bone in the nasal cavity and sinuses, and there is a risk of delayed postoperative bleeding.
The nasal cavity and sinuses are often filled with hemostatic materials or fillers and supports such as slow-release glucocorticosteroids after surgery, while common pathogenic bacteria can be present in the operative area, with the possibility of postoperative secondary infections.
After surgery, a period of dynamic medical observation is required, along with short-term use of hemostatic agents, antibiotics and local dressing changes. After the specialist has clarified that there is no risk of delayed bleeding and postoperative infection, the patient can be discharged from the hospital to continue recovery. Regular outpatient dressing changes are performed after discharge.
If you need to be discharged from the hospital after nasal polyp surgery, you should consult your surgeon.