Analysis of the results of histological examination of unilateral nasal polyps

Abstract

Unilateral rhinosinusitis (primary or secondary) is the most common process among diseases that cause the formation of polyps or polyp-like masses in one side of the nose. However, histological analysis in these cases often reveals non-inflammatory diseases. A retrospective analysis of the results of histological examina tion of unilateral nasal polyps in 42 patients revealed benign and malignant tumors in 16.7% of cases. These results indicate the need for histological studies in unilateral processes, since this reduces the risk of late malignancy detection.