Etymed
septoplasty
Definition
surgical procedure to correct a deviated nasal septum
Clinical context
A 22-year-old male presents with persistent nasal congestion and recurrent sinus infections that have failed to respond to medical management. Physical examination reveals a significantly deviated nasal septum on anterior rhinoscopy. The patient reports difficulty breathing through his nose, especially when lying flat. He has been unable to sleep on his side due to nasal obstruction.
Mnemonic
SEPTA - Septum, Endoscopy, Prosthetics, Tumors, Angio