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Nasal septal cyst--a case report
C H Chiang1, K H Juan, W R Kuo
1Department of Otorhinolaryngology, Kaohsiung Medical College, Taiwan, Republic of China.
Abstract:
The usual complications of submucous resection of the nasal septum (SMR) are septal hematoma, infection, hemorrhage, septal perforation, and nasal deformity. We present a case of nasal septal cyst which may be a rare complication of SMR. Entrapment of free nasal mucosal remnants or inward folding of incised septal mucosa is thought to be the cause. The patient underwent deroofment of the left cystic wall by lateral rhinotomy. There was no recurrence after one year.
Insights
Nasal septal cysts are a rare complication following submucous resection (SMR). Surgical deroofment via lateral rhinotomy successfully treated the cyst, with no recurrence after one year.
Area of Science:
- Otolaryngology
- Surgical Pathology
Background:
- Submucous resection (SMR) of the nasal septum can lead to complications like hematoma, infection, bleeding, perforation, and deformity.
- Nasal septal cysts are an uncommon but potential sequela of SMR.