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Baharmand I, Sheikh-Oleslami S, Pascual Rodríguez A, Hernaiz-Leonardo JC, Alim BM, Javer AR. The Effects of Nasal Surgery on Pulmonary Function: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis. Laryngoscope 2023; 133:2837-2845. [PMID: 36896873 DOI: 10.1002/lary.30651] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/25/2022] [Revised: 02/10/2023] [Accepted: 02/25/2023] [Indexed: 03/11/2023]
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OBJECTIVE A deviated nasal septum (DNS) can result in an anatomical obstruction and impact lung function through prolonged suboptimal inspiration. Given the improvements in respiration reported by patients following septoplasty or septorhinoplasty (with or without inferior turbinate reduction), our study investigated the effect of these procedures on pulmonary function through a systematic review and meta-analysis. DATA SOURCES Medline, Embase, Cochrane Databases, Web of Science, and Google Scholar. REVIEW METHODS The review was registered with PROSPERO [CRD42022316309]. The study population was composed of adult patients (18-65) who were symptomatic with confirmed DNS. Extracted outcomes (pre-operative versus postoperative) included the six-minute walk test (6MWT) and pulmonary function tests (FEV1, FVC, FEV1/FVC, FEF25-75, PEF). Meta-analyses were performed using a random-effects model. RESULTS Three studies included measures of the 6MWT in meters and all three found a statistically significant increase in the distance walked after surgery with a mean difference of 62.40 m (95% CI 24.79-100.00). Statistically significant improvements in PFT outcomes were observed with a standard mean difference of 0.72 for FEV1 (95% CI 0.31-1.13), 0.63 for FVC (95% CI 0.26-1.00), and 0.64 for PEF (95% CI 0.47-0.82). Of the twelve studies which measured PFT outcomes, six showed statistically significant improvements, three studies showed mixed results, and three studies found no difference in PFT outcomes between pre-and post-surgery testing. CONCLUSIONS The present study suggests that pulmonary function does improve after nasal surgery for DNS, but the high heterogeneity observed in the meta-analyses indicates that the evidence supporting this conclusion is low. Laryngoscope, 133:2837-2845, 2023.
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- Iman Baharmand
- Faculty of Medicine, University of British Columbia, Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada
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- Faculty of Medicine, University of British Columbia, Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada
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- Division of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery, University of British Columbia Faculty of Medicine, Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada
- St. Paul's Sinus Centre, University of British Columbia, Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada
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- Division of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery, University of British Columbia Faculty of Medicine, Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada
- St. Paul's Sinus Centre, University of British Columbia, Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada
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- Division of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery, University of British Columbia Faculty of Medicine, Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada
- St. Paul's Sinus Centre, University of British Columbia, Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada
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- Division of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery, University of British Columbia Faculty of Medicine, Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada
- St. Paul's Sinus Centre, University of British Columbia, Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada
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Karataş M, Koparal M, Yılmazer C, Kelles M. Correlations between objective and subjective tests of nasal patency in patients undergoing septoplasty. J Laryngol Otol 2023; 137:413-418. [PMID: 35607263 DOI: 10.1017/s002221512200127x] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/06/2022]
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OBJECTIVE This study assessed correlations between pre- and post-operative objective and subjective nasal patency test results in patients undergoing septoplasty to treat nasal septum deviation. METHOD Eighty nasal septum deviation patients who underwent septoplasty were prospectively enrolled. Nasal Obstruction Symptom Evaluation questionnaire scores, anterior rhinomanometry and acoustic rhinometry data were compared pre-operatively and three months after surgery. The left, right and total volume and left, right and total minimum cross-sectional area acoustic rhinometry values were compared. RESULTS The left volume, total volume, left minimum cross-sectional area and total minimum cross-sectional area differed significantly between the two time-points (all p < 0.05). The total resistance, inspiratory total airflow, expiratory total resistance and expiratory total airflow rhinomanometric data did not differ between the two timepoints (all p > 0.05). CONCLUSION This study suggested that subjective tests such as the Nasal Obstruction Symptom Evaluation questionnaire are optimal to identify complaints and assess post-operative satisfaction.
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- M Karataş
- Department of Otolaryngology, Faculty of Medicine, Adiyaman University, Turkey
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- Department of Otolaryngology, Faculty of Medicine, Adiyaman University, Turkey
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- Department of Otolaryngology, Faculty of Medicine, Adiyaman University, Turkey
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- Department of Otolaryngology, Faculty of Medicine, Turgut Özal University, Malatya, Turkey
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Hakami KT, Almalki ZA, Alnemari FS, Alotaibi RM, Bajunaid FR. A Comparison of Symptom Improvement and Outcomes After Septoplasty Alone Versus Septoplasty With Turbinoplasty. Cureus 2023; 15:e36628. [PMID: 37101989 PMCID: PMC10123449 DOI: 10.7759/cureus.36628] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Accepted: 03/24/2023] [Indexed: 04/28/2023] Open
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Background Various causes can lead to nasal obstruction, with the most frequent anatomical cause being deviated nasal septum. It seriously affects patients' quality of life. As a result, septoplasty is performed to enhance the nasal airways. This study aimed to compare the improvement of nasal symptoms following septoplasty with or without turbinoplasty and evaluate the surgical outcomes in both different groups. Methodology A retrospective study was conducted at a tertiary hospital among patients who had undergone septoplasty with or without turbinoplasty between 2020 and 2022. Data regarding demographics, clinical features, surgical data, and complications were collected from patient files. The Nasal Obstruction Symptom Evaluation (NOSE) scale score was assessed through structured interviews. Results In our analysis of 209 patients who underwent surgery for deviated nasal septum, septoplasty was done in 110 (52.6%) patients, whereas the remaining 99 (47.4%) underwent septoplasty with turbinoplasty. The mean NOSE score was found to be 32.94 ± 35.67%. Patients who underwent septoplasty alone significantly showed higher mean scores (56.36 ± 34.62%) compared to those who underwent septoplasty with turbinoplasty (11.14 ± 18.93%) (p < 0.001). The long-term complications showed revision surgery was done in 13 patients, which was comparatively more often done in patients who underwent a septoplasty. Other long-term complications were found to be significantly higher in patients who underwent septoplasty (76.9%) compared to those who underwent septoplasty with turbinoplasty (23.1%). Conclusions Patients who underwent additional turbinoplasty experienced an improvement in nasal symptoms than those who underwent septoplasty alone. In addition, more long-term complications were noted in patients who underwent septoplasty alone.
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- Khalid T Hakami
- Department of Otolaryngology, Head and Neck Surgery, Rhinology Unit, Al-Hada Armed Forces Hospital, Taif, SAU
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Shin GC, Kang JW, Park JH, Lee HC, Kim KS. Changes in Subjective Outcomes during the Early Period after Septoturbinoplasty. Yonsei Med J 2023; 64:42-47. [PMID: 36579378 PMCID: PMC9826964 DOI: 10.3349/ymj.2022.0405] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/07/2022] [Revised: 11/22/2022] [Accepted: 11/23/2022] [Indexed: 12/23/2022] Open
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PURPOSE Septoturbinoplasty is frequently performed to correct nasal obstruction; however, there is still a lack of research on changes in nasal and nose-related symptoms early after septoturbinoplasty. Therefore, we aimed to investigate changes in subjective outcomes within 6 months after septoturbinoplasty. MATERIALS AND METHODS The medical records of patients who underwent septoturbinoplasty at Gangnam Severance Hospital were retrospectively analyzed. Symptom scores were evaluated using the Sino-nasal Outcome Test (SNOT-22) and obstruction scores. The SNOT-22 and obstruction scores were investigated before surgery and at 1, 3, and 6 months after surgery. RESULTS We noted significant decreases in both SNOT-22 and obstruction scores at 1 month after surgery, compared to those before surgery (p<0.001). However, there were no significant changes at 3 and 6 months after surgery, compared to scores at 1 month after surgery. Using multivariate logistic regression analysis, a larger difference between SNOT-22 scores preoperatively and 1 month after surgery was significantly associated with a significant improvement in symptoms at 3 or 6 months after septoturbinoplasty (p=0.029). CONCLUSION These results imply that subjective outcomes and degree of improvement in the first month after septoturbinoplasty can be used as a predictor of the results thereof and for counseling patients about its progress.
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- Geun Cheol Shin
- Department of Otorhinolaryngology, Gangnam Severance Hospital, Yonsei University College of Medicine, Seoul, Korea
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- Department of Otorhinolaryngology, Gangnam Severance Hospital, Yonsei University College of Medicine, Seoul, Korea
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- Department of Otorhinolaryngology, Gangnam Severance Hospital, Yonsei University College of Medicine, Seoul, Korea
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- Department of Otorhinolaryngology, Gangnam Severance Hospital, Yonsei University College of Medicine, Seoul, Korea
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- Department of Otorhinolaryngology, Gangnam Severance Hospital, Yonsei University College of Medicine, Seoul, Korea.
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Haque M, Mukhopadhyay S. Objective and Subjective Analysis for Efficaciousness of Nasal Airway in Patients Undergoing Conventional and Endoscopic Septoplasty: A Comparative Study. Indian J Otolaryngol Head Neck Surg 2022; 74:4816-4823. [PMID: 36742918 PMCID: PMC9895268 DOI: 10.1007/s12070-022-03120-2] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/30/2021] [Accepted: 07/06/2022] [Indexed: 02/07/2023] Open
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Deviated nasal septum is the most common cause of nasal obstruction and is one of the common problems encountered by otolaryngologists. Although there are different methods to surgically correct a deviated nasal septum which can give qualitative relief to the patient, less emphasis is put on the quantitative assessment of airway after a septal correction surgery. Institution based Case Control study was undertaken at Medical College and Hospital Kolkata between January 2019 to March 2020 to subjectively and objectively assess and compare the nasal airway status preoperatively and postoperatively in patients undergoing conventional and endoscopic septoplasty. A total of 250 patients were taken in this study and divided into two groups A and B. Group A consisted of patients undergoing Conventional Septoplasty (Control arm) and Group B consisted of patients undergoing Endoscopic Septoplasty (Case arm). Patients were followed up and the readings of NOSE score and PNIF value were recorded at the end of 6 weeks and 6 months (24 weeks). The Mean NOSE score post operatively at the end of 6 weeks was 36.32 in GROUP A (Control arm) and 33.08 in GROUP B (Case arm). t-Test revealed insignificant results with a p-value of 0.08. The mean NOSE score post operatively at the end of 6 months was 29.96 in GROUP A (Control arm) and 22.16 in GROUP B (Case arm). t-Test revealed significant results with a p-value of 0.00. Similarly, Mean PNIF value post operatively at the end of 6 weeks was 57.24 in GROUP A (Control arm) and 73.88 in GROUP B (Case arm). t-Test revealed significant results with p-value of 0.00. The mean PNIF value post-operatively at the end of 6 months was 59.44 in GROUP A (Control arm) and 80.08 in GROUP B (Case arm). t-Test revealed significant results with p-value of 0.00. Endoscopic Septoplasty is a very effective way to treat septal deviations especially with deviations based on the posterior aspect of the septum. It provides a superior edge in terms of nasal airway improvement as compared to conventional method of septoplasty. Supplementary Information The online version contains supplementary material available at 10.1007/s12070-022-03120-2.
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- Misbahul Haque
- Department of ENT and Head Neck Surgery, Medical College and Hospital, Kolkata, West Bengal India
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- Department of ENT and Head Neck Surgery, Medical College and Hospital, Kolkata, West Bengal India
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Quality of Life and Symptoms Before and After Nasal Septoplasty With or Without Turbinoplasty Compared With Control Individuals in Saudi Arabia. J Craniofac Surg 2022; 34:922-925. [PMID: 36730854 PMCID: PMC10128898 DOI: 10.1097/scs.0000000000009115] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/11/2022] [Accepted: 09/20/2022] [Indexed: 02/04/2023] Open
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OBJECTIVES Nasal septal deviation is a common health issue that can significantly impact the quality of life. Although nasal septoplasty is commonly performed in Otolaryngology practice, its effectiveness has been questioned. This was the first study to assess disease-specific quality of life in patients undergoing nasal septoplasty with or without turbinoplasty in Saudi Arabia. METHODS This was a prospective observational study of patients undergoing nasal septoplasty with or without turbinoplasty for nasal obstruction due to septal deviation with or without inferior turbinate hypertrophy. Nasal Obstruction Symptom Evaluation (NOSE) scores were collected preoperatively and 3 months postoperatively and were compared with controls. RESULTS This study involved 200 subjects, including 40 patients in the case group and 160 individuals in the control group. The mean preoperative and 3-month postoperative NOSE scores of the case group were (58.4±23.7 and 15.0±18.6, P<0.001), respectively. However, the postoperatively NOSE score did not reach NOSE score in control group (13.28±8.13, P=0.377). All nasal symptoms statistically and clinically improved postoperatively. There were no significant differences in NOSE score changes among cases preoperatively and postoperatively according to age, sex, or the presence of allergic rhinitis or asthma. CONCLUSIONS Nasal septoplasty with or without turbinoplasty leads to improvements in disease-specific quality of life as assessed by NOSE scores and significantly improved nasal symptoms 3 months after surgery.
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Ho YT, Lee TJ, Fu CH. Association between Clinical Factors and Surgical Outcomes for Patients with Persistent Allergic Rhinitis. EAR, NOSE & THROAT JOURNAL 2022:1455613221091098. [PMID: 35440219 DOI: 10.1177/01455613221091098] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/15/2022] Open
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Objective: While septoplasty with turbinoplasty is commonly performed for patients with nasal obstruction, no study has addressed its efficacy and related determinants in patients with allergic rhinitis (AR) and various symptoms. This study aimed to identify potential factors associated with surgical outcomes in patients with persistent AR (PAR) who underwent septoplasty with turbinoplasty. Methods: We prospectively recruited patients with PAR and positive allergy test results for surgical treatment. We also collected relevant preoperative laboratory data. The Sinonasal Outcome Test-22 (SNOT-22) survey was administered to all patients one day before and one year after surgery. Results: A total of 128 patients who completed a one-year postoperative follow-up were enrolled. The total SNOT-22 score and five subdomain scores significantly improved postoperatively. We found that women and those with higher preoperative SNOT-22 scores experienced more postoperative improvement and had a greater potential to reach minimal clinically important differences (MCID). A preoperative SNOT-22 score greater than the determined cut-off value of 42.5 had an approximately 6-fold likelihood of MCID achievement. Patients in the nasal obstruction group and non-smokers demonstrated greater postoperative improvement in the sleep subdomain. Conclusions: Women with PAR and those with a preoperative SNOT-22 score above 42.5 were preferable candidates for surgery and expressed greater satisfaction. Notably, rhinologic presentations and non-rhinologic symptoms of PAR patients could benefit from within one year after surgery. Here, we discuss the factors associated with subjective surgical outcomes to help physicians and patients with AR in preoperative consultations.
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- Yan-Ting Ho
- Department of Otolaryngology, Head and Neck Surgery, 38014Chang Gung Memorial Hospital and Chang Gung University, Taoyuan, Taiwan
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- Department of Otolaryngology, Head and Neck Surgery, 38014Chang Gung Memorial Hospital and Chang Gung University, Taoyuan, Taiwan
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- Department of Otolaryngology, Head and Neck Surgery, 38014Chang Gung Memorial Hospital and Chang Gung University, Taoyuan, Taiwan
- Graduate Institute of Clinical Medical Sciences, College of Medicine, Chang Gung University, Taoyuan, Taiwan
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Zhao Y, Zhang R, Yun Y, Wu X, Li H, Wang J, Wang W, Jia C, Song H. A case report of renal calyceal diverticulum with hypertension in children and review of literature. BMC Pediatr 2022; 22:35. [PMID: 35016649 PMCID: PMC8750799 DOI: 10.1186/s12887-021-03081-5] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/04/2021] [Accepted: 12/17/2021] [Indexed: 11/12/2022] Open
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Background Renal calyx diverticulum refers to a cystic lesion covered with the transitional epithelium in the renal parenchyma. Although there is no clear evidence that calyx diverticulum can cause hypertension, there exists a close association between the two, and there are few related reports. Herein, we reported the case of a child with renal calyx diverticulum complicated with hypertension and summarized the diagnosis and treatment. Case presentation Physical examination of the patient, an 11-year-old child, revealed a left renal cyst with hypertension (155/116 mmHg). There were no related symptoms. Routine urine and blood biochemical examinations showed no abnormalities. Imaging revealed left renal cyst compression causing the hypertension. She underwent renal cyst fluid aspiration and injection of a sclerosing agent into the capsule, but her blood pressure increased again 3 days postoperatively. Color Doppler ultrasonography showed that the size of the left renal cyst was the same as that preoperatively. To further confirm the diagnosis, cystoscopic retrograde ureteropyelography was performed to confirm the diagnosis of renal calyx diverticulum. Subsequently, renal calyceal diverticulum resection and calyx neck enlargement were performed. The operation went smoothly and the blood pressure returned to normal postoperatively. No abnormalities were noted at the 7-month postoperative follow-up. Conclusion There exists an association between renal calyx diverticulum and hypertension. Therefore, hypertension can be considered a surgical indication for renal calyx diverticulum. Moreover, renal calyceal diverticulum in children can be easily misdiagnosed as a renal cyst. Therefore, it is important to be vigilant to prevent a series of complications, such as postoperative urine leakage, in such cases.
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- Yongxiang Zhao
- The Fourth Hospital of Baotou, Baotou, Inner Mongolia, China
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- The Fourth Hospital of Baotou, Baotou, Inner Mongolia, China
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- The Fourth Hospital of Baotou, Baotou, Inner Mongolia, China
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- The Fourth Hospital of Baotou, Baotou, Inner Mongolia, China
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- The Fourth Hospital of Baotou, Baotou, Inner Mongolia, China
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- The Fourth Hospital of Baotou, Baotou, Inner Mongolia, China
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- The Fourth Hospital of Baotou, Baotou, Inner Mongolia, China
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- The Fourth Hospital of Baotou, Baotou, Inner Mongolia, China.
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Nasal Obstruction Evaluation After LeFort I Osteotomy: A Pilot Study. J Craniofac Surg 2021; 33:101-103. [PMID: 34967516 DOI: 10.1097/scs.0000000000008048] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/26/2022] Open
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ABSTRACT Previous literature has documented changes in nasal obstruction after acute LeFort I osteotomy. However, there is a paucity of studies that evaluate distraction-mediated LeFort I (DO-LFI) without concomitant intranasal interventions using the nasal obstruction symptom evaluation (NOSE) scale in Class III patients. The purpose of this study is to objectively evaluate nasal obstruction quality of life through the NOSE scale in patients undergoing DO-LFI. Inclusion into the study required both a preoperative (1 year ≤ date of service) and postoperative (≥6 months and ≤2 years) NOSE scale administration. Nasal obstruction symptom evaluation scales were compared using Wilcoxon signed rank test. There was a significant difference in composite NOSE scales, x̃ = 8.0 (interquartile range: 4.0-11.0), x̃ = 1.0 (interquartile range: 1.0-3.0), P < 0.017, preoperatively and postoperatively respectfully. Additionally, when looking at individual components of the NOSE scale, nasal congestion or stuffiness, and trouble breathing through nose were significantly improved after DO-LFI (P < 0.017). Nasal blockage or obstruction (P > 0.084) and trouble breathing when exercising (P > 0.076) trended towards significant improvement, as well. Trouble sleeping did not differ, P > 0.611. We elucidate, in this pilot study, that there is an association between DO-LFI and patient reported nasal obstructive symptoms. Future prospective studies utilizing the NOSE scale are needed to determine causality.
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The Effect of Septoplasty on Endothelial Function in Patients With Marked Nasal Septal Deviation. J Craniofac Surg 2021; 33:e242-e245. [PMID: 34320581 DOI: 10.1097/scs.0000000000008027] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/27/2022] Open
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BACKGROUND It is known that nasal septal deviation (NSD) has negative effects on the cardiovascular system, but the possible pathophysiological mechanisms of these effects still need to be explained. The aim of this study was to investigate the endothelial dysfunction (ED) caused by NSD and the effects of septoplasty on it. METHODS The study included 40 patients between the ages of 18 to 50 years with a marked NSD indication for septoplasty and 40 healthy age-and gender-matched individuals. Nasal obstruction symptom evaluation scale was used to evaluate the severity of nasal obstruction and the effectiveness of septoplasty. All participants underwent detailed cardiac examination and ultrasonographic measurement of flow-mediated dilatation (FMD). The same cardiac evaluations and nasal obstruction symptom evaluation scale assessments were repeated in the patient group at the postoperative 3rd month. RESULTS The mean FMD value in the control group was significantly higher than preoperative FMD in the patient group (9.1 ± 2.9 versus 7.6 ± 2.4, P = 0.024). In the patient group, preoperative and postoperative FMD values were measured as 7.6 ± 2.4 and 9.0 ± 2.7, respectively, and there was a significant difference between them (P = 0.032). There was no significant difference in FMD values between the control group and postoperative patient group (P = 0.925). CONCLUSIONS This study shows that NSD can cause ED, which is a precursor of atherosclerosis, and that successful septoplasty can improve ED.
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Corredor-Rojas G, García-Chabur MA, Castellanos J, Moreno S, Pinzón M, Peñaranda A. Nasal Obstruction and Quality of Life Assessment After Septoplasty With Turbinoplasty: Correlation Between Subjective Scales. Am J Rhinol Allergy 2020; 35:568-573. [PMID: 33297717 DOI: 10.1177/1945892420978956] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/16/2022]
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BACKGROUND Assessment of nasal obstruction is imprecise due to a low correlation between findings on the physical examination and objective measures with the severity of symptoms reported by the patient even after septoplasty with turbinoplasty is performed. The aim of this study is to evaluate the use of subjective scales, and the correlation between them for the evaluation of nasal obstruction after surgery. OBJECTIVE To assess the impact of undergoing septoplasty with turbinoplasty to relieve nasal obstructive symptoms and the quality of life in a mid-term period by using the Visual Analogue Scale (VAS), Nasal Obstruction Symptom Evaluation (NOSE), and Glasgow Benefit Inventory (GBI). METHODS A retrospective study was conducted of patients who underwent a septoplasty with turbinoplasty due to nasal septodeviation and secondary nasal obstructive symptoms at the Hospital Universitario Fundación Santa Fe de Bogotá. Three scales were used to measure the outcomes one year after surgery: VAS (0-10), NOSE (0-100), and GBI (-100 to 100). RESULTS Data from 56 patients (21 females, mean age 37.5 years of age, SD 12.13) was collected. The results showed that 75% of the patients had a post-surgical NOSE score below 50 and a VAS score below 6. Regarding the GBI scale, 75% of the patients improved in their quality of life. An inverse proportional correlation was found between the NOSE and GBI scales (rho = -0.3682) (95% CI -0.579 to -0.111), and there was a directly proportional correlation between the NOSE and VAS scales (rho = 0.7440) (95% CI 0.595 to 0.844). CONCLUSION Subjective measures suggest there was an improvement in nasal obstructive symptoms and quality of life after surgery. Non-anatomical causes such as rhinitis can be confounding factors to consider in subsequent studies. VAS stands out as a possible interchangeable scale with NOSE to measure nasal obstruction in these patients.
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- Gloria Corredor-Rojas
- School of Medicine, Universidad de Los Andes, Bogotá, Colombia.,Department of Otorhinolaryngology, Hospital Universitario Fundación Santa Fe de Bogotá, Bogotá, Colombia
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- Department of Otorhinolaryngology, Fundación Universitaria de Ciencias de la Salud-Hospital de San José, Bogotá, Colombia
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- Department of Otorhinolaryngology, Fundación Universitaria de Ciencias de la Salud-Hospital de San José, Bogotá, Colombia
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- Department of Otorhinolaryngology, Hospital Universitario Fundación Santa Fe de Bogotá, Bogotá, Colombia
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- Department of Otorhinolaryngology, Hospital Universitario Fundación Santa Fe de Bogotá, Bogotá, Colombia.,Department of Otorhinolaryngology, Fundación Universitaria de Ciencias de la Salud-Hospital de San José, Bogotá, Colombia
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- School of Medicine, Universidad de Los Andes, Bogotá, Colombia.,Department of Otorhinolaryngology, Hospital Universitario Fundación Santa Fe de Bogotá, Bogotá, Colombia.,Department of Otorhinolaryngology, Fundación Universitaria de Ciencias de la Salud-Hospital de San José, Bogotá, Colombia
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Akay G, Eren İ, Karadag Ö, Güngör K. Nasal septal deviation in the unilateral cleft lip and palate deformities: a three-dimensional analysis. Oral Radiol 2020; 37:567-572. [PMID: 33180266 DOI: 10.1007/s11282-020-00491-6] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/26/2020] [Accepted: 10/29/2020] [Indexed: 10/23/2022]
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OBJECTIVES Lip and palate deformities are an important craniofacial congenital anomaly that negatively affects the anatomy of the nasal cavity and maxilla. This study aimed to evaluate the nasal septum deviation in individuals with a unilateral cleft lip and palate. METHODS The sample consists of 22 unilateral cleft lip-palate patients and 20 controls with non-cleft skeletal Class III. Maximal septal deviation angle and linear dimension were measured on cone-beam computed tomography images. The localization of maximal septal deviation was determined. The data were analyzed and compared between unilateral cleft lip-palate patients and skeletal Class III individuals. RESULTS For septal deviation, a significant discrepancy between unilateral cleft patients and skeletal Class III subjects was detected at the anterior nasal spine (ANS) level, the posterior nasal spine (PNS) level and the ANS-PNS midpoint level (p < 0.05). The maximum septal deviation angle of individuals with a unilateral cleft was significantly greater than individuals with skeletal Class III (p < 0.05). No statistically significant differences were found in the localization of maximum septal deviation between the unilateral cleft patients and the Class III individuals. CONCLUSION Our results demonstrated that the maximum septal deviation angle and dimension had significant differences in individuals with a unilateral cleft, compared to a skeletal Class III control group. However, no statistically significant discrepancy was observed between three levels (ANS, PNS and ANS-PNS middle levels) in the unilateral cleft patients.
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- Gülsün Akay
- Department of Oral and Dentomaxillofacial Radiology, Faculty of Dentistry, Gazi University, Bişkek street, 82. street No:4, Emek, Ankara, Turkey.
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- Ministry of Health, Osmanlı Oral and Dental Health Center, Ankara, Turkey
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- Department of Statistics, Faculty of Science, Hacettepe University, Ankara, Turkey
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- Department of Oral and Dentomaxillofacial Radiology, Faculty of Dentistry, Gazi University, Bişkek street, 82. street No:4, Emek, Ankara, Turkey
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Law RH, Bazzi TD, Van Harn M, Craig JR, Deeb RH. Predictors of Long-Term Nasal Obstruction Symptom Evaluation Score Stability Following Septoplasty With Inferior Turbinate Reduction. Laryngoscope 2020; 131:E2105-E2110. [PMID: 33141435 DOI: 10.1002/lary.29229] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/21/2020] [Revised: 09/14/2020] [Accepted: 10/21/2020] [Indexed: 11/11/2022]
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OBJECTIVES/HYPOTHESIS Determine the postoperative Nasal Obstruction Symptom Evaluation (NOSE) score stability between 1 and ≥6 months after septoplasty with inferior turbinate reduction (ITR). Education level and occupation were evaluated to determine their effects on NOSE score stability during the postoperative period. STUDY DESIGN Retrospective case series. METHODS This was a retrospective case series. Patients were included if they underwent septoplasty with ITR for nasal obstruction due to septal deviation and inferior turbinate hypertrophy. NOSE scores were collected preoperatively, and at 1 and ≥6 months postoperatively. Education level and occupation were collected postoperatively via telephone survey. Changes in NOSE scores were compared between the different time points. Education level and occupation were analyzed to determine if they affected NOSE scores. RESULTS There were 98 patients included, and 56 were male (57.1%). Mean NOSE scores preoperatively and at 1 and ≥6 months postoperatively were 72.1, 17.1, and 12.0, respectively. Patients demonstrated a statistically and clinically significant reduction in NOSE score at 1 month (-54.9, P < .001) and at ≥6 months postoperatively (-60.0, P < .001). The mean 6.2-point decrease in NOSE score from 1 to ≥6 months was statistically, but not clinically significant. There were no significant differences in NOSE score changes based on educational level and occupation. CONCLUSIONS Patients achieved statistically and clinically significant reductions in NOSE scores at 1 months, with no clinically significant differences in NOSE scores at ≥6 months, suggesting NOSE score stability between these postoperative time points. Neither education level nor occupation influenced NOSE scores. LEVEL OF EVIDENCE 4 Laryngoscope, 131:E2105-E2110, 2021.
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- Richard H Law
- Department of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery, Henry Ford Hospital, Detroit, Michigan, U.S.A
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- Department of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery, Wayne State University School of Medicine, Detroit, Michigan, U.S.A
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- Department of Public Health Sciences, Henry Ford Health System, Detroit, Michigan, U.S.A
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- Department of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery, Henry Ford Hospital, Detroit, Michigan, U.S.A
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- Department of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery, Henry Ford Hospital, Detroit, Michigan, U.S.A
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Janovic N, Janovic A, Milicic B, Djuric M. Relationship between nasal septum morphology and nasal obstruction symptom severity: computed tomography study. Braz J Otorhinolaryngol 2020; 88:663-668. [PMID: 33132090 PMCID: PMC9483930 DOI: 10.1016/j.bjorl.2020.09.004] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/06/2020] [Revised: 08/10/2020] [Accepted: 09/09/2020] [Indexed: 11/29/2022] Open
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Introduction The impact of the nasal septum morphology on the severity of obstruction symptoms has not been fully explored. Objective This study aimed to investigate whether the morphology of the deviated nasal septum assessed by computed tomography may explain nasal obstruction severity. Methods The study included 386 patients who were referred to the computed tomography examination of the paranasal sinuses. Patient selection criteria were the absence of facial anomalies, facial trauma, nasal surgery, and sinonasal tumors. Computed tomography images were used to estimate deviated nasal septum prevalence, the prevalence of Mladina's seven types of deviated nasal septum, and to measure the deviated nasal septum angle. Nasal obstruction severity was assessed by the nasal obstruction symptom evaluation, NOSE scale. The relationship between NOSE score, deviated nasal septum morphology, and deviated nasal septum angle was performed by a statistical regression model on the reduced sample of 225 patients. Results The prevalence of deviated nasal septum was 92.7%. Type 7 deviated nasal septum was the most frequent (34.2%) followed by type 5 (26.2%) and type 3 (23.6%). The worst NOSE scores were recorded in the type 2 deviated nasal septum (45.00 ± 28.28). The mean deviated nasal septum angle in patients with nasal obstruction was 8.5° ± 3.24. NOSE scores were not significantly associated with deviated nasal septum types and angles. Conclusion Patients with different types of deviated nasal septum have different NOSE scores. Computed tomography morphology of the deviated nasal septum could not fully explain the severity of nasal obstruction.
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- Natasa Janovic
- University of Belgrade, Faculty of Medicine, Institute of Anatomy, Belgrade, Serbia
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- University of Belgrade, Faculty of Dental Medicine, Department of Diagnostic Radiology, Belgrade, Serbia.
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- University of Belgrade, Faculty of Dental Medicine, Department of Statistics, Belgrade, Serbia
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- University of Belgrade, Faculty of Medicine, Institute of Anatomy, Belgrade, Serbia
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Samarei R, Mabarian S. A randomised trial comparing the subjective outcomes following septoplasty with or without inferior turbinoplasty. Eur Ann Otorhinolaryngol Head Neck Dis 2020; 137:277-283. [PMID: 32482570 DOI: 10.1016/j.anorl.2020.01.024] [Citation(s) in RCA: 7] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/13/2019] [Revised: 12/27/2019] [Accepted: 01/06/2020] [Indexed: 11/27/2022]
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AIMS The surgical management of contralateral inferior turbinate hypertrophy in patients with deviated nasal septum is controversial. In this randomised clinical trial, we aimed to investigate the subjective improvement of nasal symptoms postoperatively in patients undergoing septoplasty with or without inferior turbinoplasty. MATERIAL AND METHODS One hundred and thirty-seven patients with nasal obstruction, who had unilateral septal deviation and compensatory contralateral inferior turbinate enlargement, were randomised into either septoplasty alone arm (n=66) or septoplasty combined with turbinoplasty arm (n=71). Preoperative symptom scores and the subjective perception of the nasal obstruction were compared between two groups of the study using Nasal Obstruction Symptom Evaluation Scale (NOSE) and Visual analog scale (VAS) respectively. The measurements were repeated 6 months after surgery as well as at 1, 2, and 4 years postoperatively. RESULTS With regard to the findings obtained from both scales, both interventions successfully relieved the patients' complaints of nasal obstruction at almost all postoperative visits when compared with the baseline measurements (P˂0.005 for most comparisons). However, the relief of nasal obstruction was more pronounced in patients undergoing combined intervention at all postoperative visits, except at the 1st follow-up session (P˂0.005). Nasal symptoms of septoplasty alone group began to deteriorate over the period between month 24 and month 48. In contrast, patients undergoing the combined surgery steadily showed symptomatic improvement over the whole period of study. CONCLUSIONS A turbinate reduction surgery should be conducted along with septoplasty to achieve better results in cases suffering from deviated nasal septum with concomitant hypertrophied inferior turbinate.
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- R Samarei
- Department of Otolaryngology, Urmia University of Medical Sciences, Urmia, Iran.
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- Department of Otolaryngology, Urmia University of Medical Sciences, Urmia, Iran
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Campbell DA, Moghaddam MG, Rhee JS, Garcia GJM. Narrowed Posterior Nasal Airway Limits Efficacy of Anterior Septoplasty. Facial Plast Surg Aesthet Med 2020; 23:13-20. [PMID: 32471319 DOI: 10.1089/fpsam.2020.0081] [Citation(s) in RCA: 6] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/13/2022] Open
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Background: Predicting symptomatic relief after septoplasty has been difficult. Minimal cross-sectional area (mCSA) measured by acoustic rhinometry and airflow resistance (R) measured by rhinomanometry have been used to select surgical candidates with mixed success. An important assumption is that mCSA and resistance are tightly coupled, but studies have reported weak or no correlation. Recently, we proposed the Bernoulli Obstruction Theory as an explanation, where tight coupling between mCSA and R is only predicted below a critical mCSA (Acrit). Methods: The nasal airway and septum of 10 healthy subjects were reconstructed from computed tomography scans. Simulated anterior septal deviations of increasing severity were created. Computational fluid dynamics simulations were performed to quantify mCSA, resistance, and flow in the healthy septum model and four simulated septal deviation models for each subject (total of 50 models). Results: A tighter coupling between mCSA and resistance was found below Acrit, estimated to be 0.20 cm2 (a very severe deviation). Above Acrit, enlarging the mCSA had a smaller effect in patients with narrower cross-sectional area in the postvalve region (CSAPV). Conclusions: Two patterns of flow increase are expected with septoplasty. Below Acrit, enlarging mCSA predictably increases flow. Above Acrit, the effect size of increasing mCSA depends on CSAPV. Unrecognized small CSAPV may explain persistent sensation of nasal obstruction after septoplasty. Our data suggest that inferior turbinate reduction ipsilateral to a septal deviation may amplify airflow benefits after septoplasty in patients with a narrow CSAPV.
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- David A Campbell
- Department of Otolaryngology and Communication Sciences, Medical College of Wisconsin, Milwaukee, Wisconsin, USA
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- Department of Biomedical Engineering, Marquette University & The Medical College of Wisconsin, Milwaukee, Wisconsin, USA
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- Department of Otolaryngology and Communication Sciences, Medical College of Wisconsin, Milwaukee, Wisconsin, USA
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- Department of Otolaryngology and Communication Sciences, Medical College of Wisconsin, Milwaukee, Wisconsin, USA.,Department of Biomedical Engineering, Marquette University & The Medical College of Wisconsin, Milwaukee, Wisconsin, USA
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Dizdar D, Bozan A, Dizdar SK, Göde S, Alpay HC. Evaluation of nasal symptoms in septoplasty patients using SNOT-22. ACTA ACUST UNITED AC 2019; 39:98-102. [PMID: 31097827 PMCID: PMC6522857 DOI: 10.14639/0392-100x-2061] [Citation(s) in RCA: 6] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/27/2018] [Accepted: 05/27/2018] [Indexed: 11/23/2022]
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The aim of our study is to evaluate the nasal symptoms of patients with indications for septoplasty using the SNOT-22 questionnaire and to investigate the effects of variables such as concha surgery, age, obstructive sleep apnoea (OSA), smoking and asthma on these symptoms. A total of 100 patients were included in the study. Pre-operative and at postoperative month 3, patients were administered the Sinus Nasal Conduct Test (SNOT-22). Septoplasty operations were performed by two centres and two otolaryngologists and head and neck surgeons. The patients were divided into two groups according to the surgical procedure of the lower concha, concha shaver group and concha out fractures. The difference in total score between preop and postop was significant in both the shaver and outfracture groups with a difference in total score of 17.85 (46%). Improvement in symptoms of nasal obstruction was observed with a mean improvement of 0.81 points (2.79 points). In our study, there was no significant difference in preop and postop symptom scores in patients who had subcuneal shaved submucous resection with outfracture (p = 0.861). There was no significant difference between preop and postop total scores between asthma, smoking, OSA and non-asthmatics (p > 0.05). There was no correlation between scores and age in either group (p > 0.05). Before septoplasty, the most important symptom was nasal obstruction. Intervention at the inferior turbinate during surgery increases the benefits of septoplasty independently of the surgical technique. Factors such as asthma, OSA, smoking are significantly relevant to symptoms. In those with asthma and OSA, the scores were found to be high both before and after intervention.
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- D Dizdar
- Istanbul Kemerburgaz University, Medical Faculty, Department of Otorhinolaryngology, Istanbul, Turkey
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- Istanbul Kemerburgaz University, Medical Faculty, Department of Otorhinolaryngology, Tarsus, Turkey
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- Hamidiye Sisli Etfal Education and Research Hospital, Istanbul, Turkey
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- Ege University, Medical Faculty, Department of Otorhinolaryngology, Izmir, Turkey
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- Istanbul Kemerburgaz University, Medical Faculty, Department of Otorhinolaryngology, Tarsus, Turkey
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Major Structural Airway Pathologies of Patient Complaining Nasal Obstruction: Analysis of Frequency, Preoperative Complaints and Benefit from Surgery. J Craniofac Surg 2019; 30:1479-1483. [PMID: 31299748 DOI: 10.1097/scs.0000000000005554] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/25/2022] Open
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INTRODUCTION Modern rhinoplasty has an aesthetic and a functional component that cannot be separated. Functional rhinoplasty generally concentrates on optimizing nasal airflow. Numerous techniques have been described for correction of each pathology. There seems to be a consensus on the benefit of surgery to patients with nasal obstruction. Present study aimed to determine if specific airway pathologies have differential effects on patient complaints and techniques addressing them have differential effects on perceived benefit from surgery. PATIENTS/METHOD The records of 300 patients complaining nasal obstruction and had computerized tomography (CT) between April 2015 and April 2018 were retrospectively reviewed. Based on surgical notes, surgical techniques used for each patient were recorded. A survey using Nasal Obstruction Symptom Evaluation (NOSE) scale is done by phone. After descriptive statistics, preoperative complaint-diagnosed pathology, and postoperative relief-treated pathology relationships were evaluated. RESULTS Preoperative and postoperative NOSE scores showed statistically significant difference (P <0.001). The CT analysis showed that septal deviation rate among patients complaining nasal obstruction is 85%, internal valve insufficiency rate is 34.4%, mild and severe inferior turbinate hypertrophy was 71% and 6%, respectively. Bullous and total concha bullosa of middle turbinate was 17.3%. Nearly 90% of patients had 2 or more types of pathology in CT analysis. Preoperative and postoperative NOSE scores showed no statistically significant relationship with singular intranasal pathologies and techniques used for correcting them, respectively. CONCLUSION Despite general fall in NOSE scores in the whole study group, treatment of a specific pathology does not change NOSE score more than a patient who already does not have the pathology. None of the pathologies or treatments addressing them have a dominating effect on preoperative complaints or obtained relief after the surgery. So, success of functional rhinoplasty cannot rely on correction of a specific pathology. A comprehensive analysis and correction of every pathology is paramount.
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Shafik AG, Alkady HA, Tawfik GM, Mohamed AM, Rabie TM, Huy NT. Computed tomography evaluation of internal nasal valve angle and area and its correlation with NOSE scale for symptomatic improvement in rhinoplasty. Braz J Otorhinolaryngol 2019; 86:343-350. [PMID: 31629679 PMCID: PMC9422510 DOI: 10.1016/j.bjorl.2019.08.009] [Citation(s) in RCA: 10] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/29/2019] [Revised: 06/14/2019] [Accepted: 08/29/2019] [Indexed: 12/03/2022] Open
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Introduction Nasal obstruction is one of the most frequent otolaryngologic complaints; and the collapse of the internal nasal valve is one the main causes of the nasal air flow obstruction. Objective We aimed to evaluate internal nasal valve by using reformatted CT-scans pre- and post- rhinoplasty at 3 months and to assess its correlation to symptomatic improvement of nasal obstruction using the NOSE scale. Methods A prospective observational study was conducted between March 2017–May 2018 in a tertiary care otorhinolaryngology center. We included patients suffering from nasal obstruction secondary to internal nasal angle collapse and nasal deformity. Patients with sinusitis, nasal polyposis, and nasal masses were excluded. Results Twenty consecutive patients underwent rhinoplasty, with a mean age (22.2 ± 2.8), with majority of males (n = 14; 70%). There was no significant correlation between pre- and post- CT-scans of the internal nasal valve angle/area and NOSE scores. A high significant difference was detected between mean pre- and post- NOSE scores (p < 0.0001), which was absent in CT-scan results. Conclusion Reformatted CT-scans measurements of internal nasal valve area and angle were not of value. NOSE scores pre- and post- rhinoplasty had a significant value to determine degree of obstructive symptom improvement.
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- Amr G Shafik
- Ain Shams University, Faculty of Medicine, Department of Otorhinolaryngology, Cairo, Egypt.
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- Ain Shams University, Faculty of Medicine, Department of Otorhinolaryngology, Cairo, Egypt
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- Ain Shams University, Faculty of Medicine, Cairo, Egypt; Online Research Club (http://www.onlineresearchclub.org/), Japan
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- Ain Shams University, Faculty of Medicine, Department of Diagnostic Radiology, Cairo, Egypt
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- Ain Shams University, Faculty of Medicine, Department of Otorhinolaryngology, Cairo, Egypt
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- Duy Tan University, Institute of Research and Development, Da Nang, Vietnam..
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Janovic N, Janovic A, Milicic B, Djuric M. Is Computed Tomography Imaging of Deviated Nasal Septum Justified for Obstruction Confirmation? EAR, NOSE & THROAT JOURNAL 2019; 100:NP131-NP136. [PMID: 31533464 DOI: 10.1177/0145561319871533] [Citation(s) in RCA: 5] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/15/2022] Open
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Third-party payers request objective confirmation of the nasal septum deviation (NSD) severity by computed tomography (CT) before authorizing financial support for septoplasty. Previous studies have provided contradictory results related to the link between obstruction severity and CT-measured angle of the NSD. The aim of this study was to investigate whether the diverse CT morphology of NSDs (including previously neglected types and shapes) could predict obstruction severity. The study included 225 patients with NSD. The CT morphology of the septum was analyzed using 5 different classifications of NSD that are commonly used in the clinical practice and research. The angle of NSD was also measured. Nasal obstruction was assessed by the Nasal Obstruction Symptom Evaluation (NOSE) questionnaire. A relationship between CT morphology and the angle of the NSD and NOSE scores was analyzed using appropriate regression models. Patients with NSDs located in the anterior part of the septum always have some degree of nasal obstruction, while those with posterior NSDs did not necessarily report obstruction symptoms no matter how complicated NSD they have. Regression analysis did not reveal any causal relationship between NOSE scores and CT morphology and the angle of NSD. The presence of spurs and whether they divide nasal passages have no statistically significant predictive effect on the obstruction severity. The CT morphology and the angle of the NSD could not predict severity of the nasal obstruction. Requesting CT examination just to objectively confirm nasal obstruction is not justified.
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- Natasa Janovic
- Department of Otorhinolaryngology and Maxillofacial Surgery, Faculty of Medicine, 119081University of Belgrade, Belgrade, Serbia
- Institute of Anatomy, Faculty of Medicine, 119082University of Belgrade, Belgrade, Serbia
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- Department of Diagnostic Radiology, Faculty of Dental Medicine, 119082University of Belgrade, Belgrade, Serbia
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- Department of Statistics, Faculty of Dental Medicine, 119081University of Belgrade, Belgrade, Serbia
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- Institute of Anatomy, Faculty of Medicine, 119082University of Belgrade, Belgrade, Serbia
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Zaman SU, Zakir I, Faraz Q, Akhtar S, Nawaz A, Adeel M. Effect of single-dose intravenous tranexamic acid on postoperative nasal bleed in septoplasty. Eur Ann Otorhinolaryngol Head Neck Dis 2019; 136:435-438. [PMID: 31204198 DOI: 10.1016/j.anorl.2018.10.019] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/05/2017] [Revised: 05/22/2018] [Accepted: 10/07/2018] [Indexed: 10/26/2022]
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OBJECTIVE Postoperative nasal bleeding is a common complication of septoplasty and may lead to painful procedure of nasal packing to stop bleeding. Since Tranexamic acid (TXA) has been reported to reduce bleeding, the purpose of this study is to investigate the effect of single dose of intravenous TXA on postoperative nasal bleed associated with septoplasty. MATERIALS AND METHODS This prospective randomized, double-blinded clinical trial consisted of 176 patients aged 18-55 years who underwent septoplasty for symptomatic deviated nasal septum. These participants were randomly divided into 2 groups; 88 patients were given normal saline (Control group) and 88 patients were administered a single shot of intravenous TXA 10mg/kg (TXA group). Operative technique applied was same in all cases. At the end of surgery nasal packs, nasal splints or trans-septal suturing were not done. Nasal bleeding was monitored after surgery and up to 2 weeks postoperatively. RESULTS Patients receiving TXA showed significantly less postoperative nasal bleeding compared with controls. Extensive bleeding in terms of number of gauze pads used and duration was also higher in placebo with a statistically significant difference (all P=<0.05). Seven patients required nasal packing in control group to stop bleeding as compared to one patient in TXA group. Adverse reactions to TXA were minimal, and these were easily managed conservatively. CONCLUSION Single intravenous dose of TXA is shown to be effective and safe agent in preventing postoperative nasal bleeding after septoplasty therefore avoiding additional techniques of nasal packing, intranasal splint or trans-septal suturing during surgery.
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- S U Zaman
- Department of Otorhinolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery, Liaquat National Hospital & Medical College, Karachi, Pakistan.
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- Department of Otorhinolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery, Liaquat National Hospital & Medical College, Karachi, Pakistan
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- Department of Otorhinolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery, Liaquat National Hospital & Medical College, Karachi, Pakistan
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- Department of Otorhinolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery, Liaquat National Hospital & Medical College, Karachi, Pakistan
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- Department of Otorhinolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery, Liaquat National Hospital & Medical College, Karachi, Pakistan
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- Department of Head & Neck Surgical Oncology, Shaukat Khanum Memorial Cancer Hospital, Lahore, Pakistan
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Dell'Aversana Orabona G, Romano A, Abbate V, Salzano G, Piombino P, Farina F, Pansini A, Iaconetta G, Califano L. Effectiveness of endoscopic septoplasty in different types of nasal septal deformities: our experience with NOSE evaluation. ACTA ACUST UNITED AC 2019; 38:323-330. [PMID: 30197423 PMCID: PMC6146582 DOI: 10.14639/0392-100x-1067] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/27/2016] [Accepted: 06/06/2017] [Indexed: 11/23/2022]
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Septal deviations are the most frequent cause of nasal obstruction, and represent a common complaint in rhinologic practice. Since the first description of Lanza et al. in 1991, the use of the endoscope for the correction of septal deformities is increasingly more frequent. The purpose of this study is to evaluate the effectivenes of the endoscopic septoplasty for the correction of each of the 7 types of septal deformities according to the Mladina’s classification. A retrospective chart review was performed in 59 consecutive patients presenting to our Department for Endoscopic Septoplasty from February 2012 to August 2014. For each deviation, descriptive statistics (mean and standard deviation, significant increase/decrease) was used to asses the corrective capacity and time-dependent effects at follow-up. This study shows that the corrective power of endoscopic septoplasty is different according to the type of deviation. To our knowledge this is the first study that evaluates the corrective capacity of this technique for each deviation by analysing pre- and postoperative objective outcomes as well as subjective outcomes gathered from the validated NOSE questionnaire. Even if endoscopic septoplasty may now be considered a reliable alternative to the classic technique, it is essential to identify the right deformity preoperatively in order to provide the correct therapeutic choice.
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- Department of Maxillofacial Surgery, University of Naples Federico II, Naples, Italy
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- Department of Maxillofacial Surgery, University of Naples Federico II, Naples, Italy
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- Department of Maxillofacial Surgery, University of Naples Federico II, Naples, Italy
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- Department of Otorhinolaryngology, University of Naples SUN, Naples, Italy.,Present address: Department of Otorhinolaryngology, University Luigi Vanvitelli of Naples, Italy
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- Department of Economy and Business, University of Sannio, Benevento, Italy
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- Department of Maxillofacial Surgery, University of Naples Federico II, Naples, Italy
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- Department of Neurosurgery, University of Salerno, Italy
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- Department of Maxillofacial Surgery, University of Naples Federico II, Naples, Italy
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Endoscopic septoplasty: literature review, surgical techniques and retrospective analysis at the University Hospitals Leuven. The Journal of Laryngology & Otology 2019; 133:262-268. [PMID: 30967166 DOI: 10.1017/s0022215119000665] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/06/2022]
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BACKGROUND Endoscopic septoplasty is an alternative approach for a deviated nasal septum. Since its introduction, numerous techniques have been developed, each with its own advantages and limitations. A literature review is presented, along with our experience with endoscopic spur resection. METHODS The Medline and Google Scholar databases were searched for relevant literature, and the records of all patients undergoing endoscopic spur resection at the University Hospitals Leuven between 2001 and 2015 were reviewed.Results and conclusionEndoscopic septoplasty offers improved visualisation and the option of limited flap dissection, which are particularly helpful when dealing with isolated spurs, posterior deviations and revision septoplasty. It enhances teaching and improves surgical transition to endoscopic sinus surgery. Reported success and complication rates are comparable to those seen in traditional approaches. Endoscopic spur resection, as conducted at the University Hospitals Leuven, was shown to be a quick, safe and efficient technique when dealing with isolated septal spurs, especially when combined with endoscopic sinus surgery.
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Aesthetic Rhinoplasty and Nasal Obstruction: Presentation of Results of a 100-Patient Study by Using NOSE Inventory. Aesthetic Plast Surg 2019; 43:428-436. [PMID: 30706084 DOI: 10.1007/s00266-019-01316-6] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/03/2018] [Accepted: 01/13/2019] [Indexed: 10/27/2022]
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OBJECTIVE The current prospective study is evaluating the nasal symptoms of patients who underwent aesthetic rhinoplasty with the intranasal approach, in a long-term setting. SETTING There is a large amount of the literature about the technique, the possible comorbidities, the aesthetic result, the patient's psychosocial background, but it is very limited regarding the effect of the operation on nasal function and physiology and this is the setting that this study is focusing on. MATERIALS AND METHOD The validated NOSE questionnaire (Nasal Obstruction Symptoms Evaluation) was used in 100 patients operated on by surgeons in both the public and private sectors during the period of 2009 and 2016. The results were analyzed statistically by using SPSS. RESULTS Classical aesthetic rhinoplasty, without functional interventions (septum or conchas reduction), was found to improve nasal obstruction symptoms postoperatively in various grades: 77% of patients improved, 10% were found unchanged, and 13% reported worsening of their symptoms. Statistical analysis revealed that, in general, the functional outcome is stable with a slight tendency to deteriorate in the following years after operation. Although both genders had improvement in their symptomatology postoperatively, females had a greater improvement than males. Smoking and allergic rhinitis did not appear to be important determinants of the outcome. CONCLUSION Classical aesthetic rhinoplasty appears to improve nasal obstruction symptoms, and this is stable through time. However, limitations apply. LEVEL OF EVIDENCE IV This journal requires that authors assign a level of evidence to each article. For a full description of these Evidence-Based Medicine ratings, please refer to the Table of Contents or the online Instructions to Authors www.springer.com/00266 .
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El Nasr AA, Belih MAM. Assessment of the nasal obstruction after endoscopic septoplasty compared with conventional technique by computed tomography and Nasal Surgical Questionnaire. THE EGYPTIAN JOURNAL OF OTOLARYNGOLOGY 2018. [DOI: 10.4103/ejo.ejo_38_18] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/04/2022]
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Spiekermann C, Savvas E, Rudack C, Stenner M. Adaption and validation of the nasal obstruction symptom evaluation scale in German language (D-NOSE). Health Qual Life Outcomes 2018; 16:172. [PMID: 30180857 PMCID: PMC6123985 DOI: 10.1186/s12955-018-1004-x] [Citation(s) in RCA: 13] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/23/2018] [Accepted: 08/29/2018] [Indexed: 11/25/2022] Open
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Background Questionnaires have proven their worth in detecting changes in quality of life after medical interventions. The Nasal Obstruction Symptom Evaluation scale (NOSE) is a reliable and valid tool to identify restrictions of quality of life in patients with nasal problems. The aim of this prospective study was the validation of the German version of the NOSE scale (D-NOSE). Methods Adaption of the NOSE in German language was performed by forward and backward translation process. Patients undergoing functional septorhinoplasty were asked to complete the D-NOSE preoperatively, one, three or twelve months after surgery. Healthy volunteers served as controls. Reliability, validity and responsiveness of the D-NOSE were determined. Results The D-NOSE showed a good internal consistency as well as good inter-item, item-total correlation and a satisfactory test-retest reliability. The convincing validity of the adapted NOSE scale was approved by good construct validity and an excellent discriminant validity. Furthermore, a high sensitivity to identify clinical changes due to an intervention indicates a good responsiveness of the D-NOSE. Conclusions The adapted German version of the NOSE questionnaire (D-NOSE) is an appropriate and validated tool to assess the influence of nasal obstruction in quality of life in German speaking patients.
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- Christoph Spiekermann
- Department of Otorhinolaryngology, Head and Neck Surgery, University Hospital Münster, Kardinal-von-Galen-Ring 10, 48149, Münster, Germany. .,Institute of Immunology, University Hospital Münster, Münster, Germany.
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- Department of Otorhinolaryngology, Head and Neck Surgery, University Hospital Münster, Kardinal-von-Galen-Ring 10, 48149, Münster, Germany
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- Department of Otorhinolaryngology, Head and Neck Surgery, University Hospital Münster, Kardinal-von-Galen-Ring 10, 48149, Münster, Germany
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- Department of Otorhinolaryngology, Head and Neck Surgery, University Hospital Münster, Kardinal-von-Galen-Ring 10, 48149, Münster, Germany
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Spiekermann C, Savvas E, Rudack C, Stenner M. Adaption and validation of the nasal obstruction symptom evaluation scale in German language (D-NOSE). Health Qual Life Outcomes 2018. [PMID: 30180857 DOI: 10.1186/s12955-018-1004-x.pmid:30180857;pmcid:pmc6123985] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 03/23/2023] Open
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BACKGROUND Questionnaires have proven their worth in detecting changes in quality of life after medical interventions. The Nasal Obstruction Symptom Evaluation scale (NOSE) is a reliable and valid tool to identify restrictions of quality of life in patients with nasal problems. The aim of this prospective study was the validation of the German version of the NOSE scale (D-NOSE). METHODS Adaption of the NOSE in German language was performed by forward and backward translation process. Patients undergoing functional septorhinoplasty were asked to complete the D-NOSE preoperatively, one, three or twelve months after surgery. Healthy volunteers served as controls. Reliability, validity and responsiveness of the D-NOSE were determined. RESULTS The D-NOSE showed a good internal consistency as well as good inter-item, item-total correlation and a satisfactory test-retest reliability. The convincing validity of the adapted NOSE scale was approved by good construct validity and an excellent discriminant validity. Furthermore, a high sensitivity to identify clinical changes due to an intervention indicates a good responsiveness of the D-NOSE. CONCLUSIONS The adapted German version of the NOSE questionnaire (D-NOSE) is an appropriate and validated tool to assess the influence of nasal obstruction in quality of life in German speaking patients.
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- Christoph Spiekermann
- Department of Otorhinolaryngology, Head and Neck Surgery, University Hospital Münster, Kardinal-von-Galen-Ring 10, 48149, Münster, Germany.
- Institute of Immunology, University Hospital Münster, Münster, Germany.
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- Department of Otorhinolaryngology, Head and Neck Surgery, University Hospital Münster, Kardinal-von-Galen-Ring 10, 48149, Münster, Germany
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- Department of Otorhinolaryngology, Head and Neck Surgery, University Hospital Münster, Kardinal-von-Galen-Ring 10, 48149, Münster, Germany
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- Department of Otorhinolaryngology, Head and Neck Surgery, University Hospital Münster, Kardinal-von-Galen-Ring 10, 48149, Münster, Germany
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Pinto V, Piccin O, Burgio L, Summo V, Antoniazzi E, Morselli PG. Effect of early correction of nasal septal deformity in unilateral cleft lip and palate on inferior turbinate hypertrophy and nasal patency. Int J Pediatr Otorhinolaryngol 2018; 108:190-195. [PMID: 29605353 DOI: 10.1016/j.ijporl.2018.03.002] [Citation(s) in RCA: 10] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/20/2017] [Revised: 02/28/2018] [Accepted: 03/01/2018] [Indexed: 11/15/2022]
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OBJECTIVES A relatively neglected aspect of cleft lip nasal deformity is the effect of septal deviation and inferior turbinate hypertrophy (ITH) on the functional airway. In particular, ITH in the noncleft side can be especially problematic, because it reduces the healthy nasal area, creating bilateral nasal obstruction that might affect the growth of the maxillofacial skeleton. Although these anatomic and functional changes are documented, few recommendations have been developed regarding the proper approach to ITH. The aim of the present study was to asses the ITH severity and determine the degree of nasal airway patency in patients who have undergone primary correction of the nasal septum during lip repair compared to patients operated on without primary septal correction. METHODS The study population included two groups. One group consisted of twenty unilateral cleft lip palate UCLP patients who have previously undergone primary rhinoseptoplasty as part of their treatment plan. The control group consisted of twenty UCLP patients operated on without rhinoseptal correction. The Nasal Obstructive Symptom Evaluation (NOSE) scale and nasal endoscopy were used to assess nasal obstruction. RESULTS The overall untreated group reported severe symptoms across all NOSE scale dimensions more frequently than children who have undergone primary rhinoseptoplasty. The difference was statistically significant for each dimensions (p < 0.05). The mean NOSE score for group A and group B was 21.4 ± 9.4 and 70.8 ± 17.2 respectively (p < 0.0001). In group A turbinate size decreased significantly (p < 0.05) compared to pre-operative data. Comparing the two groups a statistically significant difference in turbinate size was observed (p < 0.0001). CONCLUSION The results of the present study confirm that there is a significant degree of ITH and nasal airway dysfunction in patients with UCLP. Early septal repositioning during primary cleft lip repair results in a statistically significant reduction in IT size and improvement of nasal patency.
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- Valentina Pinto
- Plastic Reconstructive and Aesthetic Surgery Department, S.Orsola-Malpighi University Hospital, Alma Mater Studiorum University of Bologna, Via Massarenti 9, 40138 Bologna, Italy
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- Otolaryngology Head and Neck Surgery Department, S.Orsola-Malpighi University Hospital, Alma Mater Studiorum University of Bologna, Via Massarenti 9, 40138 Bologna, Italy.
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- Otolaryngology Head and Neck Surgery Department, S.Orsola-Malpighi University Hospital, Alma Mater Studiorum University of Bologna, Via Massarenti 9, 40138 Bologna, Italy
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- Plastic Reconstructive and Aesthetic Surgery Department, S.Orsola-Malpighi University Hospital, Alma Mater Studiorum University of Bologna, Via Massarenti 9, 40138 Bologna, Italy
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- Plastic Reconstructive and Aesthetic Surgery Department, S.Orsola-Malpighi University Hospital, Alma Mater Studiorum University of Bologna, Via Massarenti 9, 40138 Bologna, Italy
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- Plastic Reconstructive and Aesthetic Surgery Department, S.Orsola-Malpighi University Hospital, Alma Mater Studiorum University of Bologna, Via Massarenti 9, 40138 Bologna, Italy
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Zhang RS, Lin LO, Hoppe IC, Jackson OA, Low DW, Bartlett SP, Swanson JW, Taylor JA. Nasal Obstruction in Children With Cleft Lip and Palate: Results of a Cross-Sectional Study Utilizing the NOSE Scale. Cleft Palate Craniofac J 2018; 56:177-186. [PMID: 29698113 DOI: 10.1177/1055665618772400] [Citation(s) in RCA: 9] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/17/2022] Open
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OBJECTIVE To characterize the epidemiology and risk factors for nasal obstruction among subjects with cleft lip and/or cleft palate (CL/P) utilizing the well-validated Nasal Obstruction Symptom Evaluation (NOSE) survey. DESIGN Retrospective cross-sectional study. SETTING Cleft Lip and Palate Program, Children's Hospital of Philadelphia. PATIENTS, SUBJECTS One thousand twenty-eight surveys obtained from 456 subjects (mean age: 10.10 (4.48) years) with CL/P evaluated between January 2015 and August 2017 with at least 1 completed NOSE survey. INTERVENTIONS Nasal Obstruction Symptom Evaluation surveys completed at each annual visit. MAIN OUTCOME MEASURES Composite NOSE and individual symptom scores. RESULTS Sixty-seven percent of subjects had nasal obstruction at some point during the study period, with 49% reporting nasal obstruction at latest follow-up. subjects aged 14 years and older reported the most severe symptoms ( P = .002). Subjects with cleft lip and alveolus (CL+A) and unilateral cleft lip and palate (CLP) reported more severe nasal blockage than other phenotypes ( P = .021). subjects with a history of either posterior pharyngeal flap (PPF) or sphincter pharyngoplasty (SP) had significantly higher NOSE scores than subjects with no history of speech surgery ( P = .006). There was no significant difference ( P > .050) in NOSE scores with regard to history of primary tip rhinoplasty, nasal stent use, or nasoalveolar molding. CONCLUSIONS There are more severe nasal obstructive symptoms among subjects older than 14 years of age, with CL+A or unilateral CLP, and with a history of PPF or SP. Future studies utilizing the NOSE are needed to evaluate and address this prevalent morbidity in the CLP population.
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- Rosaline S Zhang
- 1 Division of Plastic Surgery, Children's Hospital of Philadelphia, Philadelphia, PA, USA
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- 1 Division of Plastic Surgery, Children's Hospital of Philadelphia, Philadelphia, PA, USA
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- 1 Division of Plastic Surgery, Children's Hospital of Philadelphia, Philadelphia, PA, USA
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- 1 Division of Plastic Surgery, Children's Hospital of Philadelphia, Philadelphia, PA, USA
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- 1 Division of Plastic Surgery, Children's Hospital of Philadelphia, Philadelphia, PA, USA
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- 1 Division of Plastic Surgery, Children's Hospital of Philadelphia, Philadelphia, PA, USA
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- 1 Division of Plastic Surgery, Children's Hospital of Philadelphia, Philadelphia, PA, USA
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- 1 Division of Plastic Surgery, Children's Hospital of Philadelphia, Philadelphia, PA, USA
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El-Shafy IAA. Evaluation of the Functional Results and Complications of Trans-Septal Suture Technique in Septoplasty. JOURNAL OF OTOLARYNGOLOGY-ENT RESEARCH 2018; 10. [DOI: 10.15406/joentr.2018.10.00306] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 09/01/2023]
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INTRODUCTION Persistent nasal obstruction at internal nasal valve was a common problem seen after septoplasty and submucous resection, the 2 methods used for surgical treatment for deviation of nasal septum during the first half of twentieth century. The authors performed cartilage-grafting technique and retrospectively analyzed the patients after 12 months with Nasal Obstruction and Septoplasty Effectiveness scale to emphasize persistent nasal obstruction. METHODS In this study, 115 (65 male, 50 female) patients operated between 2008 and 2013 who underwent revision septoplasty and complaints were evaluated with Nasal Obstruction and Septoplasty Effectiveness scale. The surgical technique was used in 32 (27.8%) of the patients "open" and in 83 (72.2%) "closed" approach. Wilcoxon sign test is used for the statistical analysis. Postoperative values were statistically significant compared with preoperative ones (P <0.05). DISCUSSION Septoplasty and submucous resection described by Cottle and Killian are similar techniques, but a septoplasty often includes less cartilage resection and septal cartilage modification or placement of a cartilage graft instead of resection. Most important disadvantage of these techniques is to be deficient in the correction of the caudal and/or dorsal deviations. In authors' experience these classical septoplasty techniques are not suitable for columellar and dorsal deviations and especially in revision surgery an internal nasal valve correction with cartilage grafts is a necessary alternative technique.
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Tsang CLN, Nguyen T, Sivesind T, Cervin A. Long-term patient-related outcome measures of septoplasty: a systematic review. Eur Arch Otorhinolaryngol 2018; 275:1039-1048. [PMID: 29332171 DOI: 10.1007/s00405-018-4874-y] [Citation(s) in RCA: 16] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/11/2017] [Accepted: 01/08/2018] [Indexed: 11/26/2022]
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PURPOSE Septoplasty is a common rhinological procedure intended to relieve symptoms of chronic nasal obstruction. However, there remains a question as to whether patients obtain symptom improvement and are satisfied with surgical outcomes in the months and years after septoplasty. This review aims to evaluate the long-term efficacy of functional septoplasty for nasal septal deviation. METHODS A systematic review of the literature was conducted from November 2014 to March 2016 using the Cochrane, EMBASE, and PubMed databases. Prospective trials concerning functional septoplasty, which assessed subjective outcomes and included long-term follow-up data (≥ 9 month post-septoplasty) were included. RESULTS 2189 articles were screened with seven meeting the criteria for inclusion. Patient satisfaction was assessed in six studies, with rates of satisfaction provided in three of these, ranging from 69 to 100%. Two studies assessed the degree of patient satisfaction, with one study indicating that 88% of patients were moderately satisfied or better at 1 year post-op, and the other reporting that 50% of patients were satisfied. In assessing symptom relief, several methods were used, including validated questionnaires, with varying degrees of improvement in nasal obstruction reported. CONCLUSIONS Septoplasty appears to be a far from perfect treatment for nasal obstruction due to septal deviation. However, given the heterogeneity of data and lack of randomized controlled trials (RCTs), future RCTs and use of validated questionnaires would enable generation of superior levels of evidence. We suggest future prospective trials evaluating prognostic factors in septoplasty, to better inform patients and facilitate the development of guidelines for surgical intervention.
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- Chi Lap Nicholas Tsang
- Royal Brisbane Clinical Unit, Faculty of Medicine, University of Queensland, Level 9, Health Sciences Building, Brisbane, QLD, Australia.
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- Royal Brisbane Clinical Unit, Faculty of Medicine, University of Queensland, Level 9, Health Sciences Building, Brisbane, QLD, Australia
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- Royal Brisbane Clinical Unit, Faculty of Medicine, University of Queensland, Level 9, Health Sciences Building, Brisbane, QLD, Australia
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- Royal Brisbane Clinical Unit, Faculty of Medicine, University of Queensland, Level 9, Health Sciences Building, Brisbane, QLD, Australia
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Menezes AS, Guimarães JR, Breda M, Vieira V, Dias L. Septal and turbinate surgery: is overnight essential? Eur Arch Otorhinolaryngol 2017; 275:131-138. [PMID: 29159751 DOI: 10.1007/s00405-017-4813-3] [Citation(s) in RCA: 7] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/13/2017] [Accepted: 11/15/2017] [Indexed: 11/29/2022]
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INTRODUCTION The performance of septoplasty and turbinate surgery in an outpatient basis is an increasingly established practice, although is still a controversial topic. METHODS Retrospective analysis of 227 patients who underwent septoplasty ± inferior and/or middle turbinoplasty. Demographic, clinical, surgical, and anesthetic data were collected. Our primary outcomes were rates of perioperative complications, prolongation of hospital stay (PHS), unexpected hospital revisits (UHR), or readmissions within 30 days of surgery. RESULTS The UHR rate was 4.8 and 6.6% in the first 48 h and 30 postoperative days, respectively. The main reasons were nasal obstruction, self-limited epistaxis, and gastrointestinal intolerance to the prescribed antibiotic. Four patients required PHS due to nausea or vomiting and asthenia. There were no intraoperative complications, readmissions to the operative room, or hospital readmissions after discharge. The addiction of turbinate procedures was not associated with higher risk of complications. Patients with PHS were younger than those discharged as scheduled. There was no association between complications and comorbidities, gender, ASA classification, revision surgery, surgeon's grading, technique of inferior turbinoplasty, type of nasal packing, duration of anesthesia, and operative time. CONCLUSION The UHR rate of septoplasty performed at our unit is above that recommended for ambulatory procedures, but is within the range previously published and no major complications were seen. Septoplasty and turbinate surgery, including middle turbinate surgery, have a great potential to be undertaken as a day-case procedure, being patient selection the cornerstone of safe and efficient perioperative care.
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- Ana Sousa Menezes
- Department of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery, Hospital De Braga, Braga, Portugal.
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- Department of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery, Hospital De Braga, Braga, Portugal
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- Department of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery, Hospital De Braga, Braga, Portugal
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- Department of Anesthesiology of Hospital De Braga, Braga, Portugal
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- Department of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery, Hospital De Braga, Braga, Portugal
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Reliability and validity of the German version of the Utrecht Questionnaire for Outcome Assessment in Aesthetic Rhinoplasty (D-OAR). Eur Arch Otorhinolaryngol 2017; 274:3893-3898. [DOI: 10.1007/s00405-017-4706-5] [Citation(s) in RCA: 13] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.9] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/06/2017] [Accepted: 08/07/2017] [Indexed: 10/19/2022]
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Preoperative Signs and Symptoms as Prognostic Markers in Nasal Septoplasty. Int J Otolaryngol 2017; 2017:4718108. [PMID: 28883833 PMCID: PMC5572615 DOI: 10.1155/2017/4718108] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/05/2017] [Accepted: 07/13/2017] [Indexed: 11/25/2022] Open
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Identification of preoperative signs and symptoms that may predict the outcome of surgery is important, for both patient selection and the development of interventions for improving outcomes. The purpose of this study was to assess the value of some selected preoperative signs and symptoms for predicting outcomes of nasal septoplasty. Patients undergoing septoplasty with or without turbinoplasty responded to the Nasal Surgical Questionnaire (NSQ) preoperatively and six months postoperatively. The questionnaire contains visual analogue scales (VAS) for nasal obstruction during the day and at night. We compared preoperative and postoperative VAS scores in patients with unilateral versus bilateral septal deviation and patients with low versus high preoperative scores. Of 446 patients undergoing septoplasty from September 2014 to December 2015 who had responded to the preoperative NSQ, 286 (64.1%) also returned the postoperative version. There was greater improvement in obstruction in patients with preoperative unilateral compared to bilateral septal deviation (day scores, p = 0.04). The grade of deviation and the presence of concomitant bony conchal hypertrophy did not influence results. Patients with lower preoperative VAS scores obtained better end results than those with higher scores (p = 0.04). Type of septal deviation and preoperative VAS scores may aid in predicting outcome of nasal surgery.
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Ziai H, Bonaparte JP. Determining a Successful Nasal Airway Surgery: Calculation of the Patient-Centered Minimum Important Difference. Otolaryngol Head Neck Surg 2017; 157:325-330. [PMID: 28418779 DOI: 10.1177/0194599817701719] [Citation(s) in RCA: 17] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/16/2022]
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Objective Determine whether the patient-identified minimum important difference (MID) in Nasal Obstruction Symptom Evaluation (NOSE) score differs from a statistically calculated estimate of MID in patients with septal deviation undergoing nasal airway surgery. Study Design Prospective cohort. Setting Tertiary academic referral center. Subjects Patients with nasal obstruction due to septal deviation. Methods Patients completed the NOSE questionnaire preoperatively and indicated the change from their baseline score that they would consider the minimum improvement required to define the septoplasty with turbinate reduction as successful. A previously published distribution-based approach was used to estimate the MID based on baseline NOSE scores. Scores were reported both as a raw score and as a percentage of patients' baseline scores. One-sample t test was used to compare the statistically estimated MID to the patient-reported MID. Results Seventy-six patients were included. The mean (SD) baseline NOSE score was 12.9 (4.03). The mean (SD) patient-identified MID was 5.3 (2.1), corresponding to a 41.1% change (95% confidence interval, 37.2-41.3) from baseline. The statistically estimated MID was 5.2 points (40.3% reduction from baseline scores). The estimated MID was not significantly different from the patient-identified MID ( P = .4). Conclusion In patients with septal deviation, an improvement of approximately 40% in their nasal obstructive symptoms as assessed by the NOSE questionnaire is required to define a nasal airway surgery as successful. The patient-identified and the statistically calculated MIDs were similar. Furthermore, this MID can be used to guide research, improving the ability to use the NOSE score as a dichotomous scoring measure (treatment success/failure) and estimating sample size.
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- Hedyeh Ziai
- 1 Faculty of Medicine, University of Ottawa, Ottawa, Ontario, Canada
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- 2 Department of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery, University of Ottawa, Ottawa, Ontario, Canada
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The effects of septoplasty surgery on serum oxidative stress levels. Eur Arch Otorhinolaryngol 2017; 274:2799-2802. [PMID: 28396944 DOI: 10.1007/s00405-017-4546-3] [Citation(s) in RCA: 7] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/02/2016] [Accepted: 03/20/2017] [Indexed: 10/19/2022]
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The aim of this study is to compare the total antioxidant status (TAS), total oxidant status (TOS), and paraoxonase (PON1) serum levels in patients who have undergone septoplasty (NSD). Forty-six patients (mean age 33.7) aged between 18 and 50 years who were diagnosed with nasal septal deviation (NSD) were included in the study. The TAS, TOS, and PON1 levels were compared in the serum samples obtained 1 month before the septoplasty and 3 months after surgery. There was a significant increase in mean TAS after septoplasty (1.041 vs. 1.124 mmol/L, p = 0.011). The mean TOS decreased significantly after septoplasty (20.631 vs. 5.946 mmol/L, p = 0.011). The mean pre- and postoperative PON1 levels were similar (326.93 ± 215.22 vs. 275.20 ± 167.76 U/L, p = 0.253). Increased TAS and decreased TOS after septoplasty show that patients with NSD are under oxidative stress that is relieved following septoplasty.
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Jeong JI, Hong SD, Kim SJ, Dhong HJ, Chung SK, Kim HY. Temporal differences in improvement of nasal obstruction between primary and revision septoplasty. Am J Rhinol Allergy 2017; 30:134-8. [PMID: 27456589 DOI: 10.2500/ajra.2016.30.4334] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.1] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/20/2022]
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BACKGROUND Septoplasty is one of most frequently performed surgeries in otorhinolaryngologic clinics to improve nasal obstruction by correcting nasal septal deformities. Many patients require revision surgery for persistent nasal obstruction. However, the outcomes and sources of revision septoplasty are unclear. OBJECTIVE We investigated the discrepancy between patient's subjective and objective improvements after septoplasty by comparing primary and revision procedures. METHODS Patients who underwent septoplasty from January 2012 to December 2014 were enrolled. All the subjects were questioned regarding subjective nasal symptoms before surgery and 1 month and every 3 months after surgery, with responses rated on a 7-point Likert scale. Nasal endoscopic evaluation and acoustic rhinometry were also performed with the same schedule. RESULTS One hundred seventy-nine patients were analyzed. Subjective nasal obstruction scores of both the primary (n = 161) and revision (n = 18) groups were significantly improved at 1 month after surgery and showed no difference between the two groups. However, this improvement was sustained to the last follow-up only in the primary group. The symptom improvement rate of the primary group (85.5% [n = 109]) was significantly higher than that of the revision group (58.8% [n = 10]) at the last follow-up. There was no difference in the degree of improvement in objective findings between the two groups, including the difference and the ratio of the minimal cross-sectional area between the wider and narrower sides, and in endoscopic findings, even at the last follow-up. CONCLUSION Compared with primary septoplasty, the long-term efficacy of revision septoplasty may not be clear, and there are discrepancies between the subjective and objective outcomes.
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- Jong In Jeong
- Department of Otolaryngology, Keimyung University School of Medicine, Daegu, Korea
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Lee VS, Gold RM, Parikh SR. Short-term quality of life outcomes following pediatric septoplasty. Acta Otolaryngol 2017; 137:293-296. [PMID: 27642703 DOI: 10.1080/00016489.2016.1229023] [Citation(s) in RCA: 10] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/21/2022]
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CONCLUSIONS Pediatric septoplasty may be associated with short-term symptomatic benefit. This benefit may be greater in female patients and equally achievable in young patients and using less invasive surgical approaches. OBJECTIVE To determine the short-term effect of pediatric septoplasty, which is not routinely performed, on sinus and nasal-specific quality-of-life. METHODS This study is a retrospective case series of 28 pediatric patients that underwent septoplasty. Pre- and post-septoplasty SN-5 overall (mean of all five items, range = 1-7) and visual analog scale (VAS; range = 0-10) scores were obtained and compared using a Wilcoxon signed-rank test. Comparisons of pre- to post-septoplasty changes by sex (female vs male), age (<13 vs ≥13 years), and surgical approach (open vs closed) were performed using a Mann-Whitney U-test. Median and interquartile range are reported. RESULTS Overall and VAS scores significantly improved from pre- to post-septoplasty (3.5 [2.8, 4.3] to 2.0 [1.4, 2.8], p < .001; 5.0 [4.0, 6.3] to 8.0 [8.0, 10.0], p < .001). Females reported significantly greater overall and VAS score improvements compared to males (-1.8 [-2.6, -1.6] compared to -1.0 [-1.6, -0.2], p = .01; 5.0 [4.0, 5.0] compared to 3.0 [1.5, 4.0], p = .007). Comparisons of changes by age and surgical approach were not significantly different.
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Floyd EM, Ho S, Patel P, Rosenfeld RM, Gordin E. Systematic Review and Meta-analysis of Studies Evaluating Functional Rhinoplasty Outcomes with the NOSE Score. Otolaryngol Head Neck Surg 2017; 156:809-815. [PMID: 28168892 DOI: 10.1177/0194599817691272] [Citation(s) in RCA: 58] [Impact Index Per Article: 8.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/16/2022]
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Objective To provide aggregate data regarding the ability of functional rhinoplasty to improve nasal obstruction as measured by the Nasal Obstruction Symptom Evaluation (NOSE) score. Data Sources PubMed, EMBASE, Cochrane databases. Review Methods A search was performed with the terms "nasal obstruction" and "rhinoplasty." Studies were included if they evaluated the effect of functional rhinoplasty on nasal obstruction with the NOSE score. Case reports, narratives, and articles that did not use the NOSE score were excluded. Functional rhinoplasty was defined as surgery on the nasal valve. This search resulted in 665 articles. After dual-investigator independent screening, 16 articles remained. Study results were pooled with a random effects model of meta-analysis. Change in NOSE score after surgery was assessed via the mean difference between baseline and postoperative results and the standardized mean difference. Heterogeneity was assessed and reported through the I2 statistic. Results Patients in the included studies had moderate to severe nasal obstructive symptoms at baseline. The NOSE scores were substantially improved at 3-6, 6-12, and ≥12 months, with absolute reductions of 50 points (95% CI, 45-54), 43 points (95% CI, 36-51), and 49 points (95% CI, 39-58), respectively. All of these analyses showed high heterogeneity. Conclusions Nasal obstruction as measured by the NOSE survey is reduced by 43 to 50 points (out of 100 points) for 12 months after rhinoplasty. Our confidence in these results is limited by heterogeneity among studies, large variability in outcomes beyond 12 months, and the inherent potential for bias in observational studies.
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- 1 State University of New York, Brooklyn, New York, USA
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- 1 State University of New York, Brooklyn, New York, USA
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- 1 State University of New York, Brooklyn, New York, USA
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Hsu HC, Tan CD, Chang CW, Chu CW, Chiu YC, Pan CJ, Huang HM. Evaluation of nasal patency by visual analogue scale/nasal obstruction symptom evaluation questionnaires and anterior active rhinomanometry after septoplasty: a retrospective one-year follow-up cohort study. Clin Otolaryngol 2016; 42:53-59. [PMID: 27102375 DOI: 10.1111/coa.12662] [Citation(s) in RCA: 25] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.1] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Accepted: 04/11/2016] [Indexed: 11/29/2022]
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OBJECTIVE To assess the efficacy of septoplasty and the correlation between the subjective evaluations of a visual analogue scale (VAS) and the Nasal Obstruction Symptom Evaluation (NOSE) questionnaire and active anterior rhinomanometry of the nasal airway after septoplasty. DESIGN A retrospective, individual cohort study. SETTING Ear, Nose and Throat Department, Taipei City Hospital, Taipei, Taiwan. PARTICIPANTS Fifty patients with chronic nasal obstruction were enrolled in the study. All 50 patients underwent septoplasty because of nasal septal deviation. Another 28 patients without nasal symptoms served as controls. MAIN OUTCOME MEASURES VAS, NOSE and active anterior rhinomanometry were used to measure the sensation of nasal obstruction. All measurements were performed in both groups preoperatively and then repeated on three postoperative visits (3, 6 and 12 months). RESULTS The mean VAS score, NOSE score and the nasal resistance in the narrow side of the nose in the study group showed reduced symptoms at 3, 6 and 12 months postoperatively compared with the respective preoperative measurements (P < 0.001, all). The VAS and NOSE scores did not significantly correlate with total nasal resistance preoperatively or postoperatively. The VAS and nasal resistance in the obstructed nasal cavity correlated significantly preoperatively (P < 0.05), but not postoperatively. CONCLUSIONS The subjective and objective symptoms of nasal obstruction had improved 1 year after septoplasty. A significant correlation between VAS scores and nasal resistance in the narrow side of the nose was found before surgery. The subjective and objective measurements of nasal obstruction lacked significant correlation postoperatively.
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- Department of Otolaryngology, Taipei City Hospital, Taipei, Taiwan
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- Department of Otolaryngology, School of Medicine, College of Medicine, Taiwan National University, Taipei, Taiwan
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- Department of Otolaryngology, Taipei City Hospital, Taipei, Taiwan
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- Department of Otolaryngology, Taipei City Hospital, Taipei, Taiwan
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- Department of Otolaryngology, Taipei City Hospital, Taipei, Taiwan
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- Department of Otolaryngology, Taipei City Hospital, Taipei, Taiwan
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- Department of Otolaryngology, Taipei City Hospital, Taipei, Taiwan.,Department of Otolaryngology, School of Medicine, College of Medicine, Taipei Medical University, Taipei, Taiwan
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Reply to the letter to the editor concerning: "Long-term symptom relief after septoplasty" by Sundh and Sunnergren. Eur Arch Otorhinolaryngol 2016; 273:4043-4044. [PMID: 27059837 DOI: 10.1007/s00405-016-3994-5] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/16/2016] [Accepted: 03/16/2016] [Indexed: 10/22/2022]
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Bakshi SS. Commentary to: 'Long-term symptom relief after septoplasty,' Doi: 10.1007/s00405-014-3406-7. Eur Arch Otorhinolaryngol 2016; 273:4041-4042. [PMID: 27052550 DOI: 10.1007/s00405-016-3991-8] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/11/2015] [Accepted: 03/15/2016] [Indexed: 11/29/2022]
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- Satvinder Singh Bakshi
- Department of ENT and Head & Neck Surgery, Mahatma Gandhi Medical College and Research Institute, Pillaiyarkuppam, Pondicherry, 607402, India. .,, House Number B2, Shree Pushpa Complex, 15th Bharathi Street, Ananda Nagar, Pondicherry, 605009, India.
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OBJECTIVE The aim of the study was to discuss the impact of aging on septoplasty success. STUDY DESIGN AND SETTING This prospective case control study was conducted at the Umraniye Education and Research Hospital. METHODS Our study group consists of 23 patients older than 60-year-old who have septal deviation and have previously been postponed for this surgery due to various reasons. Twenty-six patients under 40-year-old are randomly chosen as the control group who were running to septoplasty. Postoperative Glasgow Benefit Inventory Index, preoperative and postoperative NOSE score, and nasal mucociliary clearance time (MCCt) were noted for both the groups. All collected data were compared between the groups. RESULTS In both the groups, postoperative NOSE scores decreased significantly compared to preoperative values (P < 0.01). This decrease was not significantly different between the groups. In both the groups, a significant decrease was noted in nasal MCCt with surgery (P = 0.004). However, this difference between two groups was not statistically significant. In addition, the Glasgow Benefit Inventory (GBI) index of control group was notably higher than the study group and this was statistically significant (P = 0.027). Also, the decrease of NOSE scores was conversely related to high GBI indexes and this is statistically significant (P = 0.005). CONCLUSION For many surgical procedures, aging is considered as one of the important prognostic factors on success. To date no study in the literature discussed this relationship between aging and the success of septoplasty. At this point, our results showed that septoplasty is a successfully performed procedure in all ages. But, satisfaction of patients is statistically decreasing with aging.
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Nouraei SAR, Virk JS, Kanona H, Zatonski M, Koury EF, Chatrath P. Non-invasive Assessment and Symptomatic Improvement of the Obstructed Nose (NASION): a physiology-based patient-centred approach to treatment selection and outcomes assessment in nasal obstruction. Clin Otolaryngol 2016; 41:327-40. [PMID: 26238014 DOI: 10.1111/coa.12510] [Citation(s) in RCA: 6] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Accepted: 07/29/2015] [Indexed: 11/28/2022]
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OBJECTIVES To evaluate the impact of selecting treatment for nasal obstruction on the basis of a structured physiology-based assessment protocol on patient outcomes. DESIGN Prospective longitudinal study. SETTING District general hospital. PARTICIPANTS A population of 71 patients with a mean age of 33 years, containing 36 males, presented with nasal obstruction for consideration of nasal surgery. All patients underwent a structured clinical assessment, skin prick allergy testing and oral-nasal flow-volume loop examination. Fifty-one patients completed the follow-up, and mean follow-up was 11 months. MAIN OUTCOME MEASURES NOSE, SNOT-22 and NASION scales. RESULTS Of the 51 patients who completed follow-up, six had conservative treatment, 28 had septal/turbinate surgery, and 17 underwent nasal valve surgery. Mean NOSE score fell from 68 ± 18 to 39 ± 31 following the treatment. Mean SNOT-22 score fell from 47 ± 20 to 29 ± 26 following the treatment. The difference between pre-treatment and post-treatment NOSE and SNOT-22 scores were statistically significant. Success rate of septal/turbinate surgery in patients without nasal allergy was 88%, and this fell to 42% in patients undergoing septal/turbinate surgery who also had nasal allergy. Presence of nasal allergy was the only independent predictor of treatment failure. Patients with nasal valve surgery reported significantly greater symptomatic improvement following surgery. The newly formed NASION scale demonstrated internal consistency with a Cronbach α of 0.9 and excellent change-responsiveness and convergent validity with correlation coefficients of 0.64 and 0.77 against treatment-related changes in SNOT-22 and NOSE scales, respectively. CONCLUSIONS Successful surgical outcomes can be achieved with the use of a structured history, clinical evaluation and physiological testing. Flow-volume loops can help elucidate the cause of nasal obstruction. The newly formed NASION scale is a validated retrospective single time-point patient outcome measure.
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- S A R Nouraei
- Department of Otolaryngology - Head & Neck Surgery, Barking Havering and Redbridge Hospitals NHS Trust, Romford, UK
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- Department of Otolaryngology - Head & Neck Surgery, Barking Havering and Redbridge Hospitals NHS Trust, Romford, UK.,Anglia Ruskin University, Chelmsford, Essex, UK
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- Department of Otolaryngology - Head & Neck Surgery, Barking Havering and Redbridge Hospitals NHS Trust, Romford, UK
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- Department of Otolaryngology - Head & Neck Surgery, Barking Havering and Redbridge Hospitals NHS Trust, Romford, UK
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- Department of Otolaryngology - Head & Neck Surgery, Barking Havering and Redbridge Hospitals NHS Trust, Romford, UK
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- Department of Otolaryngology - Head & Neck Surgery, Barking Havering and Redbridge Hospitals NHS Trust, Romford, UK.,Anglia Ruskin University, Chelmsford, Essex, UK
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Objective To develop a clinical consensus statement on septoplasty with or without inferior turbinate reduction. Methods An expert panel of otolaryngologists with no relevant conflicts of interest was assembled to represent general otolaryngology and relevant subspecialty societies. A working definition of septoplasty with or without inferior turbinate reduction and the scope of pertinent otolaryngologic practice were first established. Patients 18 years and older were defined as the targeted population of interest. A modified Delphi method was then used to distill expert opinion into clinical statements that met a standardized definition of consensus. Results The group defined nasal septoplasty as a surgical procedure designed to correct a deviated nasal septum for the purpose of improving nasal function, form, or both. After 2 iterative Delphi method surveys, 20 statements met the standardized definition of consensus, while 13 statements did not. The clinical statements were grouped into 8 categories for presentation and discussion: (1) definition and diagnosis, (2) imaging studies, (3) medical management prior to septoplasty, (4) perioperative management, (5) surgical considerations, (6) adjuvant procedures, (7) postoperative care, and (8) outcomes. Conclusion This clinical consensus statement was developed by and for otolaryngologists and is intended to promote appropriate and, when possible, evidence-based care for patients undergoing septoplasty with or without inferior turbinate reduction. A complete definition of septoplasty with or without inferior turbinate reduction was first developed, and additional statements were subsequently produced and evaluated addressing diagnosis, medical management prior to septoplasty, and surgical considerations, as well as the appropriate role of perioperative, postoperative, and adjuvant procedures, in addition to outcomes. Additionally, a series of clinical statements were developed, such as “Computed tomography scan may not accurately demonstrate the degree of septal deviation,” “Septoplasty can assist delivery of intranasal medications to the nasal cavity,” “Endoscopy can be used to improve visualization of posterior-based septal deviation during septoplasty,” and “Quilting sutures can obviate the need for nasal packing after septoplasty.” It is anticipated that the application of these principles will result in decreased variations in the care of septoplasty patients and an increase in the quality of care.
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Kulkarni SV, Kulkarni VP, Burse K, Bharath M, Bharadwaj C, Sancheti V. Endoscopic Septoplasty: A Retrospective Analysis of 415 Cases. Indian J Otolaryngol Head Neck Surg 2015; 67:248-54. [PMID: 26405659 DOI: 10.1007/s12070-015-0880-1] [Citation(s) in RCA: 5] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/23/2015] [Accepted: 06/25/2015] [Indexed: 11/27/2022] Open
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Nasal obstruction is the most common complaint in nasal and sinus disease. Deviated nasal septum is a very frequently encountered and common cause. Surgical correction of a deviated septum- nasal septoplasty- is the definite treatment for septal deviation. Over the last 2 decades, the applications for endoscopy in the field of rhinology have evolved beyond functional endoscopic sinus surgery (FESS). Septoplasty which is among the three most commonly performed procedures in otolaryngology is particularly well suited to endoscopic application. Endoscopic septoplasty as a minimally invasive technique can limit the dissection and minimize trauma to the nasal septal flap under excellent visualization whose primary advantage is to decrease morbidity and post operative swelling in isolated septal deviation by limiting the excision to the area of deviation. This was a retrospective study, conducted in a tertiary care medical college hospital over a period of 5 years. The study group comprised 415 patients in and around Nashik District; who visited our tertiary health centre and were subjected to endoscopic septoplasty. Complete data records from 415 patients were available for statistical analysis. Maximum numbers of patients were in age group 20-39. The youngest patient was 7 years old and oldest was 75 years. Mean age was 32 years. The 7 years old was operated for DCR for congenital NLD block and septoplasty was adjunct procedure. Even the 75 years was operated for DCR. In the present study out of 415 cases, 256 (67.5 %) cases were male and 115 (32.5 %) cases were female. There is a male preponderance in the overall distribution of cases. In the present study of 415 patients, the most common operative procedure done was septoplasty in 260 (62.6 %), FESS with septoplasty in 38 (9.2 %) cases, septorhinopolasty in 41 (9.9 %) cases and DCR with septoplasty in 78 (18.3 %) cases. Endoscopic septoplasty facilitates good access to accomplish endoscopic DCR, FESS, and accurate and adequate septal graft harvest in severely deviated noses for septorhinoplasty. Complications like dental pain, paraestaesia, septal perforation, saddle nose deformity and persistent deviation are a rarity.
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- Shreeya V Kulkarni
- Department of ENT, Dr Vasantrao Pawar Medical College Hospital and Research Center, Adgaon, Nashik, 422003 Maharashtra India ; 21 Durvankur, Shastrinagar So., Indiranagar, Nashik, 422009 Maharashtra India
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- Department of ENT, Dr Vasantrao Pawar Medical College Hospital and Research Center, Adgaon, Nashik, 422003 Maharashtra India
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- Department of ENT, Dr Vasantrao Pawar Medical College Hospital and Research Center, Adgaon, Nashik, 422003 Maharashtra India
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- Department of ENT, Dr Vasantrao Pawar Medical College Hospital and Research Center, Adgaon, Nashik, 422003 Maharashtra India
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- Department of ENT, Dr Vasantrao Pawar Medical College Hospital and Research Center, Adgaon, Nashik, 422003 Maharashtra India
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- Department of ENT, Dr Vasantrao Pawar Medical College Hospital and Research Center, Adgaon, Nashik, 422003 Maharashtra India
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Yilmaz MS, Guven M, Akidil O, Kayabasoglu G, Demir D, Mermer H. Does septoplasty improve the quality of life in children? Int J Pediatr Otorhinolaryngol 2014; 78:1274-6. [PMID: 24880925 DOI: 10.1016/j.ijporl.2014.05.009] [Citation(s) in RCA: 30] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/01/2014] [Revised: 05/05/2014] [Accepted: 05/07/2014] [Indexed: 10/25/2022]
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OBJECTIVES The aim of this study is to evaluate the outcomes of septoplasty and the effects of septoplasty on the quality of life and to determine postoperative patient satisfaction in children using nose obstruction symptom evaluation (NOSE) and visual analog scale (VAS). METHODS Only pediatric patients who underwent septoplasty were included in the study. Patients who underwent adenoidectomy, endoscopic sinus surgery, or turbinate surgery in addition to septoplasty and total septal reconstruction with open technique septorhinoplasty were excluded from the study. Patients and their parents were inquired about their nasal obstruction symptoms using the NOSE scale before and 3 and 12 months following the surgery. VAS was used to analyze overall satisfaction of the patients and their parents on the outcomes of surgery, at the last follow-up examination 12 months after the surgery. RESULTS Thirty-five patients with a mean age of 13.4 ± 2.8 (8-16) were included in the study. There was a very significant improvement in NOSE score at 3 months after septoplasty. The mean subjective satisfaction score measured with VAS at the 12th month postoperatively was 7.9 ± 2.1. Improvement in NOSE score was correlated with patient satisfaction. CONCLUSION Septoplasty is a very effective and satisfactory treatment for nasal obstruction caused by nasal septal deviation in children. The NOSE scale can be used for the evaluation of nasal obstruction symptoms.
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- Mahmut Sinan Yilmaz
- Sakarya University, Faculty of Medicine, Department of Otorhinolaryngology, Sakarya, Turkey.
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- Sakarya University, Faculty of Medicine, Department of Otorhinolaryngology, Sakarya, Turkey
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- Sakarya University, Faculty of Medicine, Department of Otorhinolaryngology, Sakarya, Turkey
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- Sakarya University, Faculty of Medicine, Department of Otorhinolaryngology, Sakarya, Turkey
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- Sakarya University, Faculty of Medicine, Department of Otorhinolaryngology, Sakarya, Turkey
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- Sakarya University, Faculty of Medicine, Department of Otorhinolaryngology, Sakarya, Turkey
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Gulec TC, Yoruk O, Gulec M, Selvi Y, Boysan M, Oral E, Yucel A, Mazlumoglu MR. Benefits of submucous resection on sleep quality, daytime and dream anxiety in patients with nasal septal deviation. Sleep Biol Rhythms 2013. [DOI: 10.1111/sbr.12026] [Citation(s) in RCA: 5] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 01/08/2023]
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- Tezay Cakin Gulec
- Department of Neurology; Erzurum Regional Training and Research Hospital; Erzurum Turkey
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- Department of; Otorhinolaryngology; Ataturk University Medical Faculty; Erzurum Turkey
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- Department of; Psychiatry; Ataturk University Medical Faculty; Erzurum Turkey
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- Department of Psychiatry; SUSAB (Neuroscience Research Unit); Selcuk University Medical Faculty; Konya Turkey
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- Department of Psychology; Yuzuncu Yil University Arts and Science Faculty; Van Turkey
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- Department of; Psychiatry; Ataturk University Medical Faculty; Erzurum Turkey
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- Department of; Psychiatry; Ataturk University Medical Faculty; Erzurum Turkey
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- Department of; Otorhinolaryngology; Ataturk University Medical Faculty; Erzurum Turkey
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