Septoplasty

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Septoplasty - series

Overview

Recovery

Risks

Septoplasty

Alternative Names:

Nasal septum repair

Expectations after surgery:

The surgery can be done either under local anesthesia on an outpatient basis or under general anesthesia during a short hospital stay. After surgery, both sides of the nose may be tightly packed to avoid bleeding and serve as a splint to hold the mucosa in place. Packing is usually removed 24 to 36 hours after surgery.

Convalescence:

To help the healing, it is recommended that you avoid blowing the nose or performing any Valsalva maneuver (for example, when you hold your breath and tighten your muscles while bearing down for a bowel movement) for a few days after surgery. Ice packs on the nose will enhance comfort.

Review Date: 7/8/2004
Reviewed By: Kevin Fung, MD, FRCS(C), Department of Otolaryngology, University of Western Ontario, London, Ontario, Canada. Review provided by VeriMed Healthcare Network.

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