Surgical Closure of Nasoseptal Defects: Postoperative Patient Satisfaction
This paper reviews patient satisfaction after surgical closure of nasoseptal defects. It considers patient-reported benefit after septal perforation repair, rather than relying only on objective closure measures.
Research snapshot
Authors: Florian Bast; Anna Heimer; Thomas Schrom
Publication Type: Journal article
Publication Date: 2013; published online 12/12/2012
Publication Details: ORL Journal of Otorhinolaryngology and Related Specialties. 2013;74(6):299-303.
PMID: 23234885
DOI: 10.1159/000345499
Study Type: Retrospective patient satisfaction study
A link to the original publication: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/23234885/
What this paper looked at
Patient satisfaction and quality-of-life measures after surgical closure of nasoseptal defects.
Key points from the publication
The publication reports on retrospective patient survey data and discusses subjective benefit after surgical closure of septal perforation.
Clinical relevance
Relevant to septal perforation and nasal surgery content, particularly where patient-reported outcomes are discussed. Any outcome claims need careful clinical review.
What this means in context
Supports evidence-led discussion of nasal septal defect repair, while reinforcing that individual suitability and outcomes vary.
About Mr Florian Bast
Mr Florian Bast is a London-based Consultant Rhinologist, ENT and Facial Plastic Surgeon with specialist expertise in rhinoplasty, revision rhinoplasty, septorhinoplasty and facial plastic surgery.
His work includes the assessment and treatment of patients with both functional and aesthetic concerns, including nasal obstruction, nasal shape concerns, revision nasal surgery, septal problems and wider ENT and facial plastic surgery needs.
Mr Bast’s approach focuses on careful assessment, clear communication and treatment planning that considers both appearance and function. He aims to help patients understand what may be appropriate for their individual anatomy, symptoms and goals, with an emphasis on natural-looking, functional results and informed decision-making.
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