Evidence checklist
Chronic Sinusitis
Evidence strength
Mark what you already have below and your evidence strength appears here.
Specialist opinion
Highest value0 of 3 collectedCT imaging is the gold standard for chronic sinusitis, showing mucosal thickening, opacification, air-fluid levels, or anatomical findings. The Lund-Mackay CT score is commonly used to grade severity.
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An otolaryngologist evaluation including nasal endoscopy documenting mucosal edema, purulent discharge, polyps, or septal deviation contributing to sinus obstruction.
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A medical opinion connecting your chronic sinusitis to in-service upper respiratory infections, environmental exposures, or traumatic injury to the nose or sinuses during military service.
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Treatment records
0 of 2 collectedMedical records documenting episodes requiring physician-prescribed antibiotics or other prescription treatment. VA rates chronic sinusitis based on the number of incapacitating episodes per year.
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Records documenting antibiotic courses, intranasal or systemic corticosteroids, nasal saline irrigation, and any endoscopic sinus surgery (FESS) with operative reports.
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Lay statements
0 of 2 collectedA written statement from someone who can describe observable symptoms and how your condition affects daily life.
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Your own written account of how this condition affects your daily activities, work, and relationships. Describe your worst days.
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Benefits questionnaire
0 of 1 collectedStandardized form capturing sinusitis findings, incapacitating episode frequency, treatment history, and surgical history.
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Service records
0 of 1 collectedMilitary medical records showing in-service treatment, complaints, or injuries related to this condition.
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