"Nasal Lavage" is a descriptor in the National Library of Medicine's controlled vocabulary thesaurus,
MeSH (Medical Subject Headings). Descriptors are arranged in a hierarchical structure,
which enables searching at various levels of specificity.
Irrigation of the nose with saline or irrigation solutions for diagnostic or therapeutic purposes. It is used to remove irritants, allergens, or microorganisms from the nose.
| Descriptor ID |
D055556
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| MeSH Number(s) |
E05.927.573
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| Concept/Terms |
Nasal Lavage- Nasal Lavage
- Nasal Lavages
- Nasal Irrigation
- Nasal Irrigations
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Below are the most recent publications written about "Nasal Lavage" by people in Profiles.
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Clinical Question: Nasal saline or intranasal corticosteroids to treat allergic rhinitis in children. J Okla State Med Assoc. 2016 Apr-May; 109(4-5):152-3.