A diverse group of pathologic findings requires surgical excision from the sinonasal tract. Symptoms directly related to pathologic findings, pending complications and the possibility or suspicion of malignancy, should be…
Empty nose syndrome (ENS) is a poorly understood and rare iatrogenic disorder resulting from the destruction of normal nasal tissue. In severe forms, it can be debilitating. In this article,…
This article discusses the importance of obtaining the correct anatomic location of a nasal obstruction in the pediatric patient, the relative and absolute indications for septoplasty, and surgical techniques. Because…
Endoscopic septoplasty has gained popularity since Lanza and colleagues and Stammberger first described the technique. This technique has several advantages over the traditional “headlight” septoplasty. These advantages include superior visualization,…
The use of nasal packing following septoplasty has been proposed to serve multiple purposes. One of the most common reasons for use of packing is to prevent postoperative complications such…
This article provides a review of contemporary techniques in nasal septal surgery. Relevant anatomy and physiology of the nose and nasal septum are discussed. The essentials of a complete diagnostic…
Nasal airway obstruction is the source of significant patient discomfort and financial burden; hence, otolaryngologists encounter this symptom on an almost daily basis. This article provides a thorough yet concise…
Nasal obstruction is the leading symptom observed among patients who have chronic rhinosinusitis (CRS) with or without nasal polyposis. After failure of medical therapy, functional endoscopic sinus surgery (FESS) has…
This article discusses the development and anatomy of the nasal septum and structures of the lateral nasal wall. Emphasis is placed on anatomic variations associated with surgically correctable nasal obstruction….
Nasal obstruction is known to be associated with a major decrease in disease-specific quality of life, and nasal valve dysfunction can play a considerable role in nasal airflow obstruction. Diagnosis…
