The use of immunohistochemical methods in the study of morphofunctional features of the human paranasal sinuses: literature review

Abstract

Introduction:Chronic inflammatory diseases of the mucous membrane of the nose, paranasal sinuses, and pharynx are the most widespread pathology of the upper airways. The thorough study of the features of the organization of local immune protection of the mucous membrane of the paranasal sinuses is crucial for the deep understanding of the causes of the onset and development of this and other pathologies of the paranasal sinuses, the choice of methods of diagnostics and treatment. Consequently, immunohistochemical studies are of great potential and have become preferable for great number of researchers.