Hello, about how thick do surgeons typically leave a septum? Is there a standard practice? I had a septorhinoplasty with some septum cartilage used for grafting, and I feel a bending sensation/pressure when I lean my head to the side. Thank you.
January 23, 2023
Answer: L shape strut Typically, they leave at least 1-1.5 cm at the dorsal and caudal sides. You may feel a little bit bending sensation at early postoperative times, but I assume it will go away if your surgeon left enough cartilage in the septum. Thank you.
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January 23, 2023
Answer: L shape strut Typically, they leave at least 1-1.5 cm at the dorsal and caudal sides. You may feel a little bit bending sensation at early postoperative times, but I assume it will go away if your surgeon left enough cartilage in the septum. Thank you.
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January 24, 2023
Answer: Septal Thickness Hello! There isn't a standard size as the thickness can vary. The plane should be submucoperichondrial. This preserves the normal anatomy. If performed properly, the risk of perforation or deformation to the septum is low. A bending or pressure sensation might not be related to the surgery. I would have your surgeon evaluate inside your nose and check your ears as well. Hope this helps!
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January 24, 2023
Answer: Septal Thickness Hello! There isn't a standard size as the thickness can vary. The plane should be submucoperichondrial. This preserves the normal anatomy. If performed properly, the risk of perforation or deformation to the septum is low. A bending or pressure sensation might not be related to the surgery. I would have your surgeon evaluate inside your nose and check your ears as well. Hope this helps!
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