Clinical Outcomes in Chronic Rhinosinusitis Management Evaluating Medical and Surgical Interventions, Patient-Reported Outcomes, and Long-Term Therapeutic Effectiveness

Author
Dr. Avinash Kumar, Ketan Sharma, Dr. Arun Kumar
Keywords
Chronic Rhinosinusitis; Sinusitis Management; Endoscopic Sinus Surgery; Patient-Reported Outcomes; SNOT-22; Rhinology Clinical Outcomes.
Abstract
Chronic rhinosinusitis (CRS) is a common inflammatory condition affecting the nasal and paranasal sinus mucosa, characterised by persistent nasal obstruction, facial pain, nasal discharge, and reduced quality of life. Management of CRS remains a significant clinical challenge due to its multifactorial pathophysiology and variable treatment responses. This cross-sectional analytical study evaluates the clinical outcomes of CRS management by examining the effectiveness of medical and surgical treatment strategies and their impact on patient-reported outcomes among 196 patients. Combined medical and surgical management strategies demonstrate improved clinical outcomes compared with isolated treatment approaches. Patients undergoing endoscopic sinus surgery following unsuccessful medical therapy showed significant improvements in symptom severity and quality-of-life measures (F=7.36, p=0.001). SNOT-22 scores were strongly associated with treatment success. The study highlights the importance of patient-centred clinical decision-making, early diagnostic evaluation, integrated treatment strategies, and emerging digital health innovations in managing CRS.
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Received : 05 February 2026
Accepted : 24 April 2026
Published : 27 April 2026
DOI: 10.30726/ijmrss/v13.i2.2026.13232

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