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Septoplasty Surgery

Surgical correction of a deviated nasal septum to restore symmetric nasal airway and improve breathing, snoring, sinusitis, and quality of life.

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What is Septoplasty Surgery?

Septoplasty is a functional nasal surgery to correct deviation of the nasal septum (the partition of cartilage and bone between the two nostrils) that causes nasal obstruction, mouth breathing, snoring, recurrent sinusitis, or impaired sense of smell.

The procedure is performed entirely through the nostrils (no external incisions or scars). Deviated cartilage and bone are removed, repositioned, or scored while preserving structural support to maintain nasal tip shape.

Septoplasty is often combined with turbinate reduction, sinus surgery (FESS), or rhinoplasty when both functional and cosmetic improvement is desired (septorhinoplasty). Modern endoscopic techniques allow more precise correction with minimal mucosal disruption.

Symptoms

Persistent nasal obstruction, especially unilateral
Mouth breathing during sleep and snoring
Recurrent sinusitis or chronic sinus pressure
Frequent nosebleeds (epistaxis)
Postnasal drip and chronic cough
Headaches related to sinus or contact points
Reduced sense of smell (hyposmia)

Risk Factors

Nasal trauma (sports, accidents, congenital)
Birth-related septal deviation
Allergic rhinitis with turbinate hypertrophy
Chronic nasal congestion despite medical therapy
Sleep-disordered breathing or obstructive sleep apnea
Repeated nasal infections
Underlying rhinosinusitis requiring surgical access

When to See a Doctor?

If you experience any of the following symptoms, seek medical attention promptly:

  • Persistent nasal obstruction unresponsive to nasal sprays for 3 months
  • Recurrent sinusitis (>4 episodes per year)
  • Severe snoring or sleep apnea linked to nasal blockage
  • Frequent nosebleeds from a deviated septal spur
  • Mouth breathing disrupting sleep or daytime function
  • Loss of smell or chronic facial pressure
  • Failed maximal medical therapy (decongestants, steroid sprays)

Treatment Methods

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Preoperative endoscopic nasal examination and CT scan if indicated
02
Septoplasty under general or local anesthesia (30-90 minutes)
03
Concurrent inferior turbinate reduction if hypertrophic
04
Internal silicone splints for 5-7 days postoperatively
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Saline nasal irrigation and topical antibiotic ointment
06
Avoid nose blowing, heavy lifting for 2-3 weeks
07
Endoscopic follow-up at 1 week, 1 month, and 3 months

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