Septoplasty Surgery (Septum Deviation Surgery)
Surgical procedure is required in patients with symptoms such as nasal obstruction, difficulty in breathing through the nose, snoring, recurrent nasobleeds, frequent sinusitis infections, continuous nasal discharge or chronic headache.
What is Septum?
The septum is an anatomical structure which divides the nose in to two separate nostrils. The septum is composed of cartilage and bone.
Read MoreWill my face swell? Will I get Bruises around my eyes?
In simple septoplasty procedures, you will not.
Read More..What sould I consider before the surgery?
The surgery can be performed by local anesthesia (regional anesthesia-only nasal area) or general anesthesia (completely unconscious).
Devamı..Will there be any packing in the nose after the surgery?
Surgeons may prefer to use nasal packing after operations for 1 or 2 days. However, current packs are made of soft material and easy to remove.
Read MoreWhat can I expect after the surgery
If you have a tampon in your nose after the surgery, you may need to breathe through the mouth for a while.
Read MoreWhen can I go back to my life?
The time of complete recovery shows personal differences. The average recovery period is 1-4 weeks
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