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Septoplasty and Reduction of Inferior Turbinates

ENT treatment hospital in Sarjapur road, Bangalore

Septoplasty is a surgical procedure to correct a deviated septum, which is a condition where the thin sheet of cartilage that separates your nostrils is displaced. This can cause difficulty breathing and other problems. Reduction of inferior turbinates is a procedure to reduce the size of the turbinates, which are structures in the nasal cavity that can become enlarged and block airflow.

Why is the procedure performed?

Septoplasty and reduction of inferior turbinates are performed to improve airflow through the nose. The septum is the bone and cartilage that divides the two sides of the nose, and the turbinates are the structures that line the walls of the nose and help to filter and humidify the air. When the septum is crooked, or the turbinates are enlarged, they can block the airway and make it difficult to breathe. Septoplasty is a surgery to straighten the septum, and reduction of the turbinates involves removing some of the tissue to open up the airway. Visit our ENT treatment hospital in Sarjapur road, Bangalore to consult with experts.

Pre-procedure preparation

  • Pre-operative septoplasty and reduction of inferior turbinates usually involve a  consultation with the ENT surgeon. 

  • During this consultation, the surgeon will review the patient's medical history and perform a physical examination. 

  • The examination will help the surgeon determine if the patient is a good candidate for the surgery. The surgeon will also discuss the risks and benefits of the surgery with the patient.

Procedure:

There are several steps involved in septoplasty and the reduction of inferior turbinates. 

  • The surgeon will make an incision in the septum, the thin piece of cartilage that separates the nostrils. 

  • Next, the surgeon will remove any bone or cartilage that is blocking the airway. In some cases, the surgeon may also need to reduce the size of the inferior turbinates, the small pieces of tissue that protrude from the sides of the nose. 

  • Finally, the surgeon will close the incision and place a splint to support the septum. To know more, consult with the experts by booking an appointment.

After procedure:

  • The postoperative steps for septoplasty and reduction of inferior turbinates are as follows: 

  • The patient is placed in a supine position with the head elevated on a pillow.

  • An ice pack is placed on the forehead.

  • The patient is given oxygen by nasal cannula or mask. 

  •  The incisions are checked for bleeding. 

  • The packing is removed.

  • The patient is asked to blow his or her nose gently.

  • The patient is given a light diet and discharged home.

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