Endonasal approaches to the frontal sinuses have evolved rapidly over the past 40 years and with ongoing improvements in technology continue to do so. However, clinical situations remain where the rhinologist will be faced with pathology more appropriately treated through open or combined approaches. This article summarises the current approaches, both open and endonasal.
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