Medical staff in scrubs and mask at Dr. Thomás Cito clinic patient room

Brazil, Rio de Janeiro

Sleep Apnea Surgery in Dr. Thomás Cito

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About the clinic

Sleep apnea surgery at the clinic of Dr. Thomás Cito in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, addresses chronic snoring and breathing blockages. This treatment uses functional nasal surgery to improve airflow for patients with obstructive sleep apnea. Dr. Thomás Cito brings international expertise to each case, having trained at Johns Hopkins Hospital and the Institut Portmann.

Advanced Surgical Methods

The clinic focuses on structural repairs to the airway. These methods help patients who suffer from a deviated septum or enlarged turbinates. The medical team uses specific surgical techniques to clear obstructions, including:

Endoscopic septoplasty to straighten the nasal wall.
Inferior turbinate reduction to shrink swollen tissues in the nose.
Adenoidectomy to remove obstructive adenoid tissue.
Tonsillectomy to clear the throat area for better breathing.

Expertise of Dr. Thomás Cito

Dr. Thomás Cito is a specialist in Otorhinolaryngology and Facial Plastic Surgery. He completed a fellowship in Rhinoplasty at the Rhinocenter Clinic. As a member of the Brazilian Association of Otorhinolaryngology and Cervico-Facial Surgery, he maintains high professional standards. His training at world-known institutions like Johns Hopkins Hospital helps him manage complex breathing issues.

Diagnosis and Patient Care

Before surgery, the clinic uses precise tools to find the cause of snoring. Dr. Thomás Cito performs nasal endoscopy, laryngoscopy, and otoscopy. These tests show exactly where the airway is blocked. The clinic has two locations in Rio de Janeiro, situated in Ipanema and Barra da Tijuca. For those living abroad, the clinic offers teleconsultations to plan the procedure remotely. After surgery, patients can use digital follow-up services to track their recovery from home. You can leave a request on Bookimed to learn more about starting your treatment in Brazil.

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2024 Year of foundation

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Last price update — 29.03.2025. Prices can be changed depending on the medical case and doctor's recommendations.

Otorhinolaryngology/Ear, Nose and Throat(ENT)

treatment	Price
Septoplasty (Deviated Septum Surgery)	Price on request
Sleep Apnea Surgery	Price on request
Embolization for Epistaxis	Price on request

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Thomás Cito

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Dr. Thomás Cito: more details about the clinic

Brazil, Rio de Janeiro

Dr. Thomás Cito is a private medical clinic established in 2024. The practice operates two branches in Rio de Janeiro: Ipanema and Barra da Tijuca. These locations provide specialized outpatient care and remote teleconsultation services.

Medical Team and Expertise

The clinic is led by Dr. Thomás Cito, an otorhinolaryngologist with over nine years of experience. He holds an RQE 33370 specialist registry and a CRM 52.105.149-0 license. Dr. Cito completed his medical education at the Federal University of Rio de Janeiro (UFRJ).

His training includes international experience at several institutions:

Johns Hopkins Hospital in Baltimore, USA
Institut Portmann in Bordeaux, France
Hopital Pellegrin in France
Fellowship at the Rhinocenter Clinic in São Paulo

He is an active member of the Brazilian Association of Otorhinolaryngology and Cervico-Facial Surgery (ABORL) and the Brazilian Association of Facial Plastic Surgery (ABCPF).

Specialties and Surgical Procedures

The practice focuses on rhinoplasty and facial plastic surgery. Every surgical plan is personalized based on digital simulations. These use patient photos to show potential results during the consultation.

Functional and Aesthetic Rhinoplasty

The clinic performs ultrasonic rhinoplasty. This method uses a specific frequency to cut only bone, preserving cartilage and surrounding tissue. The result is precise fractures with less swelling and trauma.

Complex cases and revisions use rib cartilage grafts for structural support. This prevents nasal collapse. Recovery typically takes 7 to 14 days.

Respiratory and Sleep Care

Dr. Cito treats conditions affecting breathing and sleep quality. This includes surgical and non-surgical options for:

Deviated septum correction via endoscopic septoplasty
Enlarged nasal structures (inferior turbinate hypertrophy)
Obstructive sleep apnea
Chronic snoring
Adenoid and tonsil problems

Functional procedures improve airflow while preserving the nose's natural shape.

Facial Rejuvenation

The clinic offers Frontoplastia to lift eyebrows and smooth forehead wrinkles. Patients can also choose non-surgical facial harmonization. These treatments use hyaluronic acid and collagen biostimulators to improve facial balance.

Diagnostic Technology

The clinic uses dedicated tools to examine internal nasal and throat structures. These help identify the cause of congestion or snoring.

Nasal Endoscopy – a camera-based look inside the nose
Laryngoscopy – examination of the throat and vocal cords
Otoscopy – detailed inspection of the ear canal

These tests help distinguish between inflammation and structural blockages.

International Patient Services

The clinic treats international patients through online teleconsultations. Remote meetings allow for assessments and surgical planning before travel. The staff speaks Portuguese, English, and Spanish.

Postoperative follow-up is available through digital platforms. This allows monitoring after the patient returns home.

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