What is Septoplasty? Septoplasty Surgery in Turkey

What is Septoplasty?

The septum structure that divides the nose into two parts and consists of bone and cartilage; Depending on the trauma or congenital problems, it may move away from its normal position and shift to one side. In this case, the curved septum structure causes blockages in the nose and reduces living standards. The procedure applied to remove the existing deformities in the septum is called “septoplasty”. The aim of septoplasty is to eliminate the curvature problem in the septum and to help breathing by preventing obstructions. However, septoplasty may not be required for every nasal curvature, because this operation is preferred in cases where the curvature causes functional problems rather than deformity. Thus, people who have breathing problems due to septal curvature are the best candidates for septoplasty.

• - Curvature of the septum increases the incidence of upper respiratory tract infections such as sinusitis and pharyngitis. In addition, the existing infection heals in a longer time and reduces the quality of life.
• - Recurrent nosebleeds are also caused by deviation. Due to the curvature, the mucous structure in the nose dries up by examining and causes bleeding over time. In addition, there is difficulty in smelling.
• - Constant pain may occur due to curvature in the face area, which causes an increase in headache complaints.
• - Deviation does not directly trigger heart and lung diseases, but it can worsen the ailments associated with these diseases.
• - Due to the curvature, nasal discharge becomes continuous and gives a feeling of discomfort to the person.

Septoplasty is applied to eliminate all of these problems caused by the curvature of the septum structure. With the septoplasty surgery performed under the control of a specialist physician, the patient can reach the desired living standards.

How is Septoplasty Performed?

Septoplasty requires an operation of approximately 1-1.5 hours. During this procedure, which is performed under local or general anesthesia, patient comfort is kept high. Before the procedure, a few simple tests are performed to measure the suitability of the person for surgery and patients who allow the situation can be taken to the operating table.

After the patient is put to sleep, an incision is made into the nose and the septum structure is reached from there. If there is excessive curve in the bone, it is taken out, cartilage curvatures are corrected in or out of the nose. After making the necessary arrangements, the opened incision is stitched and self-melting threads are used at this stage. For this reason, it is not necessary to remove stitches after the procedure. In cases where there are curvatures outside the nose as well as the septum structure inside the nose and deviations are observed at the tip of the nose, it is difficult to perform all interventions inside the nose. In such cases, open surgery by lifting the tip of the nose may be required. This operation, which is a slightly more complex operation than the other method, takes longer and the recovery process is longer.

As a result; The scope and duration of the procedures applied during septoplasty are determined according to the needs of the person. In addition, in some cases, it may be desirable to reorganize the shape of the nose and eliminate aesthetic defects. In this case, septoplasty is planned simultaneously with rhinoplasty and requires aesthetic operations as well as functional studies. In order to get the most suitable treatment for your needs, it is recommended that you decide on the treatment in consultation with a specialist in the field.

How is the Recovery After Septoplasty?

Since septoplasty is generally performed with an incision made through the nose, the recovery process after the procedure is relatively easy and fast. Patient comfort is also kept high during this time. Since the application is easy and does not damage the surrounding tissues, symptoms such as bruising, edema and swelling do not occur in the area. Thus, the person can return to his daily activities and business life immediately after the application. However, the area still needs to be protected from hard blows and sudden movements until it fully heals. For this, the patient is recommended not to eat for the first 3 hours after the application, and then to be fed with soft and easily chewed foods. What can be done during this process is decided by the physician and determined according to the condition of the person, so the physician will give the most accurate information.

In general, the things to be considered after septoplasty are as follows:

•   After the procedure, there may be some pain and ache in the area, the drugs prescribed by the physician should be used in the specified dose in order to relieve these complaints.

•   The congestion in the area after the procedure may continue for a while, but the complaints disappear over time and get better. For complaints that do not go away within 1-2 weeks, a doctor should be consulted.

•   It is necessary to wait 3 weeks to enter the sea or pool, and 4 weeks to do heavy sports.

•   The area should be protected from severe blows until it fully heals.

•   After the healing begins in the nose, the crusts formed should not be torn or peeled off.