Breathing comfortably through the nose is important for good sleep, exercise, speech, and overall daily comfort. However, a deviated nasal septum can narrow one or both nasal passages and lead to persistent congestion, difficulty breathing, mouth breathing, snoring, recurrent sinus problems, or a feeling of blockage. When medications do not provide adequate relief and the problem is related to the structure of the nose, Septoplasty surgery in Mumbai may be considered to correct the deviated septum and improve nasal airflow.
Septoplasty is a surgical procedure designed to straighten the nasal septum and improve airflow through the nose. Septoplasty surgery in Mumbai is performed by experienced ENT surgeons after evaluating the extent and cause of nasal obstruction. Dr. Shama Kovale provides specialised ENT and nasal airway care at Kokilaben Dhirubhai Ambani Hospital in Andheri West, Mumbai.
The nasal septum is the internal structure that separates the left and right nasal passages. Ideally, it is relatively straight. However, it can become deviated because of natural development, previous injury, trauma, or other structural factors.
A deviated septum may reduce the available space for airflow. Some people have mild deviation without symptoms, while others may experience significant nasal obstruction. Septoplasty focuses on correcting the internal septal structure rather than changing the external appearance of the nose.
During Septoplasty surgery in Mumbai, the surgeon carefully accesses the septum through the nostrils and corrects the portions responsible for obstruction while preserving the structural support of the nose. The exact surgical technique depends on the individual’s anatomy and the severity of the deviation.
Not everyone with a deviated septum requires surgery. An ENT evaluation is important to determine whether the structural problem is responsible for the symptoms.
Septoplasty may be considered when a patient has:
A detailed examination can also identify associated conditions, such as enlarged turbinates or sinus disease, which may need to be addressed as part of the overall treatment plan.