[Septoplasties and associated procedures]

Abstract

Observing a morphological alteration of the nasal septum should in no way automatically lead to a septoplasty. Only poorly tolerated septal deviations creating a mechanical nasal obstruction are a surgical indication. This delicate operation requires meticulousness to preserve the muco-perichondrial envelope. The statement follows a rigorous clinical assessment where endoscopy is important because it points out the septal deformities, the size of the inferior turbinates and possible valvate problems. Performing a rhinomanometry and sometimes a CAT scan will complete the preoperative assessment.

Keywords: Attelles de silastic; Cartilage septal; Extramucosal dissection; Extramuqueuse; Inferior turbinate; Reposition septale; Septal cartilage; Septal reposition silastic splints; Turbinectomie inférieure.