TMC Medical Minutes: Sinus Surgery

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Posted: 11:07 AM Jun 27, 2008
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For many, having to have surgery is a last option, but for those who have suffered for years with chronic sinus infections, sinus surgery may be well worth it. Ear, nose and throat specialist, Dr. Peter Selz discusses when you might want to consider taking that step.

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