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  Septoplasty At ENT Delhi Septoplasty is the surgical procedure to correct a deviated nasal septum (DNS). Nasal Septum and DNS – Deviated Nasal Septum The Nasal Septum divides the nose into the right and left nostrils. It is made of Cartilage (malleable tissue – anteriorly), and Bone (Posteriorly). Though ideally the Septum should be straight there is some deviation to either side in some individuals. Causes of Deviated Nasal Septum The child may be born with a deviated Septum due to pressures in the womb. Injury- while growing up, or as a child while playing games, or sometimes after and accident. Pressure of swelling like large growth/ polyp on one side of the nose can push the septum to the other side. INDICATIONS OF SEPTOPLASTY Nasal Blockage Recurrent Nasal bleeding Snoring and sleep Apnoea As an approach or access to Nasal Surgery like FESS or skull base surgery To repair a nasal septal deviation Anaesthesia for Septoplasty Local Anaesthesia – after discussing with the patie...

  Deviated Nasal Septum - What Should I Do? Deviated Nasal Septum (DNS) is a common medical problem and affects children and adults alike.  The septum, a partition separating two chambers, is the midline structure in your nose that divides the nose into the left and right nostrils. DNS can be defined as the sideways displacement of this septum between your nostrils (the two external openings of your nose that allow you to breathe and smell). The nasal septum is either off-center or deviated, making your nasal passages smaller.  A deviated nasal septum is a serious condition. It can block one side of your nose and make it difficult for you to breathe. Nasal congestion or a stuffy nose can result from a deviated septum that can hamper your routine activities. A deviated nasal septum is usually treated with medications or if it is too serious, then surgery might be required.  Causes of DNS A deviated septum can be caused by: 1. Congenital reasons.  Congenital mean...