Review and update on extracorporeal septoplasty

Area of Science:

• Otolaryngology
• Plastic Surgery
• Rhinology

Background:

• Nasal septum deviations can cause functional and cosmetic issues.
• Surgical correction is often necessary for moderate to severe deformities.

Purpose of the Study:

• To review recent literature on extracorporeal septoplasty.
• To assess its efficacy and techniques for septal reconstruction.

Main Methods:

• Literature review of extracorporeal septoplasty studies.
• Analysis of surgical approaches (endonasal vs. external).
• Evaluation of materials like polydioxanone foil for septal support.

Main Results:

• Extracorporeal septoplasty is effective for caudal and dorsal septum deformities.
• External approach shows advantages in recent literature.
• Polydioxanone foil is a common and effective scaffold material.
• Low complication rates reported, but tip deprojection/rotation possible without rhinoplasty.

Conclusions:

• Extracorporeal septoplasty is a valuable surgical technique.
• It addresses dorsal and caudal septum deviations effectively.
• Surgeons should consider approach and potential tip changes.