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Can a septum re-deviate after surgery?

Is there any change of re-deviation of septum after septoplasty, or a spur can re-grow after septoplasty?

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Dr. Rachel A. Ruotolo, MD, FACS
Dr. Rachel A. Ruotolo, MD, FACS
Board Certified Plastic Surgeon
Answered on Oct 20, 2018
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Dr. Sagar Patel, MD
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