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).
Structure (Anatomy) of the Nasal Turbinates (Conchae) As noted, the nasal turbinates are broken down into three sections, the upper, middle, and lower conchae. Inferior Meatus (Lower Conchae) The inferior meatus is the space between the floor of the nasal cavity and the inferior turbinate. This is the largest of the air spaces.