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Septoplasty Revision/septal Perforation Repair - Houston, TX

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After basic, supposedly straightforward, septoplasty in New Zealand (4/2009) I was unfortunately left with sizable septal hole/ perforation, which resulted in almost constant pain & discomfort, difficulty breathing & poor sleep. Any exercise was very stressful, due to labored breathing, which resulted in weight gain. Through internet research my wife found a world-renowned surgeon & we began communicating. After very successful 4.5 hour surgery Nov 2011, life is greatly improved & enjoyable!

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Russell Kridel, MD

Russell Kridel, MD

Board Certified Facial Plastic Surgeon

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February 10, 2012

I'm so sorry you had to deal with the perforation. I'm glad you were able to have this fixed. Thanks for sharing here on RealSelf! It's stories like yours that help others searching for information on septoplasty and septo revision.

January 23, 2013
who was the surgeon you went to in 2009 in new zealand?
March 3, 2021
Hi! Are you still on this site? If so, can you tell us how your perforation repair is holding up 10 years after the fact? I am considering a repair procedure, and Dr. Kridel does seem to be one of the top providers in the country who can do it.