Nuances of Septal Deviation Repair

Abstract

Septoplasty is one of the most common procedures performed by facial plastic surgeons. Surgical decision-making surrounding septal deviation repair centers around the location of deviation and need for dorsal and/or caudal septal correction. Endonasal approaches are often adequate and external approaches are utilized for significant L-strut involvement. For severe deformities, extracorporeal septoplasty and anterior septal reconstruction can be utilized. We present an overview of septal deviation repair with technical nuances and advanced reconstruction techniques.

Keywords

septoplasty - septal reconstruction - septal deviation - extracorporeal septoplasty - anterior septal reconstruction

Publication History

Article published online:
07 August 2022

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