Septoplasty Guide
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- Outlook (Prognosis)
- Why the Procedure is Performed
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Reviewed By Alden J. Pearl, M.D.
Definition
Septoplasty is an operation that corrects any problems in the wall (nasal septum) that separates the two side of the nose. See also: Rhinoplasty
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Encyclopedia: Septoplasty
Septoplasty is a corrective surgical procedure done to straighten the nasal septum - the partition between the two nasal cavities. Ideally, the septum should run down the center of the nose. When it deviates into one of the cavities, it narrows that cavity and impedes airflow. Often the inferior turbinate on the opposite side enlarges - termed compensatory hypertrophy. Nasal obstructions caused by serious deviations frequently lead to chronic sinus...
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Septoplasty?
I have a very crooked nose. I might have septoplasty because of breathing problems and...
I have a very crooked nose. I might have septoplasty because of breathing problems and...
Not only will it probably make it look straighter, it may help you breath alot better
Asked by Becky B - 4 months ago
What are these soft protrusions that are in my nasal cavity post- septoplasty surgery?
I just had a septoplasty done like 6 days ago and now one nostril is...
I just had a septoplasty done like 6 days ago and now one nostril is...
They are probably the turbinates...
Asked by mark_my_words88 - 8 months ago
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