mucus muÂ·cus (myÅÅ'kÉs) n. The viscous slippery substance that consists chiefly of mucin, water, cells, and inorganic salts and that is secreted as a protective lubricant coating by the cells and glands of the mucous membranes.
In any case, there are 2 main ways turbinate reduction is performed depending on exam and symptom complaints: Method #1: Coblation Sub-Mucosal Turbinate Reduction (SMR) is by removing internal turbinate tissue as well as shrinking the turbinate by a method called submucosal coblation and can be done under local in an office-like setting (no IV is even needed).
They are covered with a lining (mucosa) which is continuous with the lining of the rest of the nasal cavity. The turbinates serve to increase the mucosal surface area of the nasal cavity, and also direct smooth nasal airflow towards the lungs. Between each turbinate and nasal sidewall lies a space termed a meatus.he inferior turbinate is the largest of the three paired turbinates, and runs along the entire length of the lateral nasal wall, adjacent to the nasal floor. Sometimes, the inferior turbinate can get enlarged due to allergy or irritation, and can cause nasal blockage and a runny nose.