Deviated Septum: Assessment, Septoplasty and Risks

A deviated nasal septum may contribute to blocked breathing, but symptoms can also involve swelling, allergy, sinus disease, nasal-valve narrowing or another cause. Examination is needed before deciding whether septoplasty is appropriate.

Assessment and options

Assessment should cover the pattern of obstruction, injury or previous surgery, allergy and sinus symptoms, sleep concerns, medicines and expectations. Options may include no procedure, medical treatment for inflammation, septoplasty or septorhinoplasty when external structure also needs treatment.

Risks and recovery

Risks include bleeding, infection, septal perforation, altered smell, numbness, crusting, change in nasal shape, persistent or new obstruction, dissatisfaction, anaesthetic complications and revision. Cosmetic change is not an automatic result of septoplasty.

The NHS information on a deviated septum explains symptoms and treatment considerations.

Genuine Revitalize patient experience

“Deviated septum correction has transformed my life. I now breathe easier, sleep better, and can participate in activities I once avoided due to my nasal issues. The long-term benefits have been life-changing.”

This is one individual Revitalize patient experience. It does not predict another patient’s breathing, sleep, recovery or result.

Revitalize care checks

Confirm the named contracted surgeon and hospital, diagnosis, functional and cosmetic aims, exact procedure, anaesthesia, written quotation, follow-up and complication plan. See Revitalize’s nasal surgery information and assessment route.