
pmid: 18197018
Successful septoplasty involves accurate assessment of septal pathology and sound technique to avoid persistent symptoms and new complications. This review highlights endoscopic septoplasty techniques and instrumentation, as well as the indications for and advantages of endoscopic septoplasty as compared with traditional headlight septoplasty.Isolated lesions such as septal spurs and contact points may be better addressed with limited endoscopic techniques. Powered instrumentation has been utilized with reported success. Operative time and outcomes of endoscopic septoplasty are at least commensurate with, and at times superior to, traditional techniques.Endoscopic technology greatly enhances visualization during septoplasty. Discrete septal pathologies such as isolated deflection, spurs, perforations, and contact points can be addressed in a directed fashion. These advantages can be especially important in revision cases. Endoscopic technique in conjunction with video imaging is valuable for the education of residents and staff.
Humans, Endoscopy, Nasal Obstruction, Plastic Surgery Procedures, Sinusitis, Rhinoplasty, Turbinates, Nasal Septum
Humans, Endoscopy, Nasal Obstruction, Plastic Surgery Procedures, Sinusitis, Rhinoplasty, Turbinates, Nasal Septum
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