— Rhinosurgery
Septoplasty
Septoplasty is an operation to correct the curvature of the nasal septum when it interferes with breathing, maintains chronic congestion, or contributes to sinusitis. Before the intervention, the doctor conducts an examination and determines the scope of the diagnosis.
- What is included
Preparation for operations
Consultation
Assessment of nasal breathing, complaints and previous examinations.
Learn more →Nasal endoscopy
Inspection of the septum, shells and nasal passages.
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Determination of the scope of the intervention and related procedures.
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Postoperative examinations and recommendations for recovery.
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When needed consultation
Nasal breathing disorders often have several causes, which is why eye diagnosis is important.
- unilateral or bilateral nasal congestion
- mouth breathing, dry throat after sleep
- snoring or restless sleep
- frequent sinusitis
- consequences of nasal trauma
- ineffectiveness of long-term conservative treatment
— Diagnostics
Which helps to plan
The operative plan depends on the anatomy of the septum, the condition of the mucous membrane and nasal concha.
Endoscopy
Shows the real patency of the nasal passages.
CT scan of the sinuses
Required for suspicion of sinusitis or anatomical variants.
Preoperative analyses
Standard safety before intervention.
Assessment of associated problems
Vasomotor rhinitis, shell hypertrophy, polyps.
— Treatment
What is important to know
Septoplasty is aimed at functional restoration of nasal breathing.
Key points
- surgery is planned after a full ENT evaluation
- combined with vasotomy or sinus treatment if necessary
- follow-up examinations are required after the intervention
- rehabilitation depends on the scope of the operation
- the goal is stable nasal breathing without constant dependence on drops
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Is it difficult to breathe through your nose?
Make an appointment with an ENT surgeon for a septum evaluation and treatment plan.