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I a very nervous for a balloon sinuplasty procedure i have coming up later this month. i've read some horror stories, although it does seem like a very small minority. is the balloon sinuplasty a relative safe/low-risk procedure??
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Yes, we answered your question before. It is a safe and easily tolerated procedure.
Answered 6/3/2022
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