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How to correct a deviated curved caudel septal tip? (Photo)

I belive I have a type C CURVED caudal septal deviated tip. Large nasal turbinates. No external valve collapse, internal seems OK. Each surgeon has a similar L strut approach with turbinate reduction. I just consulted with a triple board certified surgeon in the Los Angeles, Southbay who has actually performed several caudal septal deviation surgeries. He recommended a caudal septal replacement with a high complication rate! Is a curved caudal septal deviated tip that difficult to correct?

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Dr. Mohsen Tavoussi, MD, DO
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Dr. Richard Chaffoo, MD, FACS, FICS
Dr. Richard Chaffoo, MD, FACS, FICS
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Dr. William Portuese, MD
Dr. William Portuese, MD
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Dr. David Reinstadler, MD
Dr. David Reinstadler, MD
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Dr. Michael Elam, MD (retired)
Dr. Michael Elam, MD (retired)
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