Most patients should plan to stay in Thailand for 7 to 14 days for nasal polyp surgery. This timeframe allows for the 30-60 minute endoscopic procedure, immediate recovery, and a critical follow-up 7 to 10 days post-op to ensure healing before flying.
- Hospital stay: Expect 0 to 1 nights at clinics like Intrarat Hospital for monitoring.
- Follow-up care: Surgeons typically remove nasal packing 3 to 5 days after the procedure.
- Flight safety: Wait at least 7 days post-op to avoid risks from cabin pressure changes.
- Full recovery: While initial healing takes 10 days, complete internal recovery requires 4 to 6 weeks.
Bookimed Expert Insight: Choosing a surgeon like Dr. Prapas Teerakul, who trains specialists at Mahidol University, often ensures access to advanced techniques. Modern endoscopic sinus surgery using no-packing or dissolvable options can significantly improve comfort during your first 5 days in Bangkok.
Patient Consensus: Travelers recommend booking a hotel near the clinic for the first week. While many felt ready by day 7, others preferred a 14-day stay to handle any minor post-op bleeding safely.