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Flexible nasal endoscopy may be used if you experience difficulty with swallowing, reflux changes or issues with your voice. This is an investigative procedure that can be used to check for lumps or tumours in the neck, throat and vocal cords.

If an individual is experiencing problems with breathing through the nose or sinus issues, flexible nasal endoscopy can assess the internal nasal anatomy. This can provide some very useful information.

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aftercare

5 star rated
hospital

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surgical team

State of the art
facilities

Pre-operative assessment
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Pre-operative assessment

You will be asked to attend a pre-operative assessment before your surgery where you’ll be asked questions about your general health, medical history and home circumstances.
You may have a pregnancy test if you are of child bearing age.

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    On the day of your surgery

    Do not wear makeup on the day of your surgeryDo not wear makeup on the day of your surgery
    Remove all jewellery and piercingsRemove all jewellery and piercings
    Remove polish, acrylics and BIAB from nailsRemove polish, acrylics and BIAB from nails
    Do not wear your contactsDo not wear your contacts
    Advise medical staff if you wear dentures, crowns or prostheticsAdvise medical staff if you wear dentures, crowns or prosthetics
    Let staff know if you have metal in your bodyLet staff know if you have metal in your body
    Wear loose fitting clothesWear loose fitting clothes
    Bring a dressing gown and slippersBring a dressing gown and slippers
    Bring spare undergarmentsBring spare undergarments
    Follow starvation guidelines set out to you by the surgeonFollow starvation guidelines set out to you by the surgeon
    Wash your hair, apply deodorant and brush your teeth as normal that morning but do not apply hair products after your showerWash your hair, apply deodorant and brush your teeth as normal that morning but do not apply hair products after your shower
    Do not drink alcohol, smoke tobacco products or vape for 1 week before and 2 weeks after your surgeryDo not drink alcohol, smoke tobacco products or vape for 1 week before and 2 weeks after your surgery
    If your surgery is performed under general anesthetic you cannot drive, sign legal documents or operate machinery for 24 hours after the surgeryIf your surgery is performed under general anesthetic you cannot drive, sign legal documents or operate machinery for 24 hours after the surgery

    Let your surgeon know if you develop a cough, cold or high temperature a few days before surgery. They’ll advise whether your operation can go ahead. Please do a Covid test on the day if you are feeling unwell or have had contact with someone who is Covid positive

    Frequently Asked Questions

    Common Questions

    Have a question about your treatment? Get in touch with our team.

    You will be asked to attend a pre-operative assessment before your surgery, where you will be asked questions about your general health, medical history and home circumstances. You may also have a pregnancy test if you are of child bearing age.

    Do not wear makeup, remove all jewellery and piercings, remove nail polish, acrylics and BIAB, and do not wear contacts. Wear loose fitting clothes, and wash your hair, apply deodorant and brush your teeth as normal, but do not apply hair products after your shower.

    We recommend bringing a dressing gown, slippers and spare undergarments. Please also advise medical staff if you wear dentures, crowns or prosthetics, or if you have any metal in your body.

    Let your surgeon know if you develop a cough, cold or high temperature a few days before surgery and they will advise whether your operation can go ahead. Please do a Covid test on the day if you are feeling unwell or have had contact with someone who is Covid positive.

    If your surgery is performed under general anaesthetic you cannot drive, sign legal documents or operate machinery for 24 hours after the surgery. Please also follow the starvation guidelines set out to you by the surgeon.
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