| Mr. Ibrahem/Nasal septum deviation | |
|---|---|
| Other names | Deviated septum, deviated nasal septum (DNS), nasal septal deformity |
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| An MRI image showing a congenitally deviated nasal septum | |
| Specialty | Otorhinolaryngology |
| Symptoms | None, nasal congestion[1] |
| Complications | Sinusitis, nosebleeds[2] |
| Causes | Present at birth, result of injury[2] |
| Diagnostic method | Examination[2] |
| Differential diagnosis | Nasal polyps, adenoid enlargement[3] |
| Treatment | None, surgery[2] |
| Frequency | Common[2] |
Nasal septum deviation is a disorder of the nose in which the nasal septum is bent.[2] Symptoms may include nasal congestion on one side; though many have no symptoms.[2][1] Complications may include sinusitis or nosebleeds.[2]
This may be present at birth or occur as a result of injury.[2] In most cases there is no history of injury, though some cases may result from issues early in life.[4] Diagnosis is based on examination.[2]
Often no treatment is required; however, in severe cases surgery in the form of septoplasty may be an option.[2] Despite septoplasty being common, evidence of benefit is lacking.[5] Though in people with obstructive sleep apnea it may improve the effectiveness of CPAP.[1] A minor degree of deviation is present in most people.[2]
References edit
- ^ a b c "Septal Deviation and Perforation - Ear, Nose, and Throat Disorders". Merck Manuals Professional Edition. Archived from the original on 28 December 2021. Retrieved 5 February 2022.
- ^ a b c d e f g h i j k l "Deviated Septum - Ear, Nose, and Throat Disorders". Merck Manuals Consumer Version. Archived from the original on 30 October 2021. Retrieved 5 February 2022.
- ^ Schuman, TA; Senior, BA (October 2018). "Treatment Paradigm for Nasal Airway Obstruction". Otolaryngologic clinics of North America. 51 (5): 873–882. doi:10.1016/j.otc.2018.05.003. PMID 29941181.
- ^ Hsu, DW; Suh, JD (October 2018). "Anatomy and Physiology of Nasal Obstruction". Otolaryngologic clinics of North America. 51 (5): 853–865. doi:10.1016/j.otc.2018.05.001. PMID 29941182.
- ^ van Egmond, MMHT; Rovers, MM; Tillema, AHJ; van Neerbeek, N (1 September 2018). "Septoplasty for nasal obstruction due to a deviated nasal septum in adults: a systematic review". Rhinology. 56 (3): 195–208. doi:10.4193/Rhin18.016. PMID 29656301.