비중격 미부 교정을 위한 부분 절단 봉합술의 장기적인 효과 분석

Abstract

Background and Objectives: Correcting the caudal septal deviation is one of the most difficult challenges of rhinologists. The purpose of this study is to evaluate the long-term effect of the partial cutting and suture technique for its correction. Materials and Methods: Korean version Nasal Obstructive Symptoms Evaluation (NOSE) scale score were compared and analyzed before surgery and three months and about two years after surgery in patients who underwent caudal septoplasty using the partial cutting and suture technique. Results: A total of 29 patients were included in this study. The average NOSE scale score before surgery was 43.97, which improved to 12.93 (p<0.001) at three months after surgery and finally 15.69 (p<0.001). The high dorsal deviation was observed in 75% in the non-improved group and 47.6% in the improved group. Conclusions: Correcting the caudal septal deviation through the partial cutting and suture technique showed excellent results in the long-term evaluation.