In this podcast, Associate Professor Joanne Rimmer provides an in-depth analysis of the surgical management of chronic rhinosinusitis (CRS) with nasal polyps. She highlights the importance of structural nasal anatomy in patient assessments and discusses various types of rhinitis and sinusitis with an emphasis on evolving classifications. Professor Rimmer details common symptoms, surgical procedures such as septoplasty and inferior turbinoplasty, and the necessity for patient education regarding surgical outcomes. She introduces functional endoscopic sinus surgery (FESS) and shares case studies demonstrating the need for tailored approaches based on CRS subtypes. The episode also covers the role of biologics in CRS management while affirming the ongoing relevance of surgery for severe cases. Professor Rimmer concludes by addressing recurrence patterns of nasal polyps and the importance of an integrative approach for effective long-term treatment strategies.

This podcast was recorded live at the Monash Lung and Sleep Institute: COPD, Interstitial lung diseases, upper airway pathologies and occupational lung diseases State of the Art Symposium in Melbourne.

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Release Date: 09/02/2026, 00:30:00