A septal perforation refers to a hole that penetrates both the mucosa and underlying cartilage or bone of the nasal septum, creating an abnormal passage between the two nasal cavities.
It most commonly occurs as a complication after septoplasty, but can also result from trauma, nasal cauterization for epistaxis, foreign bodies such as button batteries, frequent nose picking, or long-term use of steroid nasal sprays. Patients may experience nasal obstruction, recurrent nosebleeds, crusting, or a whistling sound during breathing—symptoms that often require surgical correction. Surgical repair of septal perforation is a highly complex procedure with a moderate success rate and potential complications.
The operation involves reparing the perforated mucosa and replacing the missing cartilage or bone with graft material.
It is time-consuming and technically demanding, with a risk of worsening the perforation if not performed properly. Therefore, it requires highly specialized expertise.
At Dr. Jin ENT Clinic, from 2017 to 2024, we successfully treated 44 patients with complex septal perforations, achieving a 91% success rate.
All of these patients presented with not only perforation, but also deformities of the external nose or nasal septum, making the procedures significantly more challenging.
Shinbundang Line – Sinsa
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