PATIENT INFORMATION
Surgery of the nasal septum
Nasal septum surgery (septoplasty) is performed on patients with unilateral or bilateral nasal congestion caused by a deviated septum. The condition may be congenital or may have occurred after an injury of some kind. The procedure is performed as day surgery under general anesthesia.
The operation is performed via one nostril and leaves no visible scars. On average, the operation takes 1 hour (may vary slightly depending on the anatomy of the nose before the procedure). At the end of the procedure, plates are usually sewn to the nasal septum. In some cases, it is also necessary to perform surgery on the nasal bone or wing(s) (rhinoplasty) to ensure a satisfactory air passage. The procedure can be performed using a closed technique with an incision inside the nose or an open
technique with an incision in the skin of the columella (between the two nostrils). Post-operative scars are minimal.
At the end of the entire procedure, nasal tampons are inserted and removed the following day. Silicone plates are inserted and removed after approx. 7 days.
Total operating time is approx. 1 hour, depending on the extent of the operation. In the case of surgery on the nasal bone or nasal wing, it usually takes an extra hour.
BEFORE SURGERY
Read the appendix with information about day surgery. Contact us by phone if you have any questions.
AFTER SURGERY
Some oozing of blood and clear fluid from the nose and back of the throat, moderate pain and slight swelling of the nose are common. Some headaches and pressure above/around the eyes and in the middle of the face are common in the first few days after surgery. Lying with your head elevated may help.
During the first 1-2 days after the operation, you may experience a slight rise in temperature up to 38.5°. If your fever continues to rise or does not go down after 2-3 days, please contact us.
You will be scheduled for a check-up appointment the first day after the operation, where the nasal tampons will be removed. You will also be scheduled for a check-up to remove the silicone plates, normally after about 7 days.
You will be given a prescription for painkillers after the operation. A power of attorney will be arranged for relatives on the day of the operation, so that the collector can collect for you.
NOSE RINSE
You should start nasal rinsing the evening after removing nasal tampons and continue to do so for the first 4-6 weeks after the procedure. Rinse your nose 3-5 times a day. This is to prevent the formation of crusts. The use of nasal oil (Rhinoil) between nasal rinses is also recommended. It may take some time before you manage to rinse completely through the nose at first, and it is important to continue rinsing. Contact us by phone if you have any questions.
ACTIVITY AND SICKNESS
Everyone must be supervised by an adult for the first 24 hours after surgery. In the beginning, it is important to avoid bending to the floor, heavy lifting and hot showers.
You are on sick leave for 2 weeks.
You should refrain from exercise for 3-4 weeks. If you have a physically demanding job, your doctor may consider the need for extended sick leave. You must not blow your nose hard for 2-3 weeks.
COMPLICATIONS
Any surgery carries a risk of bleeding, infection and a minimal risk of allergic reaction to anesthetics.
In the event of bleeding from the nose (rare), you can cool down with ice in a plastic bag or put an ice cube on your tongue. If you experience heavy bleeding, significant swelling or fever, please contact us or your local ear, nose and throat department.
GUARD PHONE
907 07 356 can be contacted the first day after surgery. NB. It is not possible to send SMS.
For questions that are not critical, you can contact us during normal opening hours 08:30-15:00 on tel. 63 79 66 33.
In case of urgent need for help, call 113.
CONTACT INFORMATION
Telefon 63 79 66 33
Åpen 08:30-15:00
www.spesialistklinikkene.no
Lysaker Spesialistklinikk AS
Lysaker Torg 5 – 1. etg.
1366 Lysaker
The clinic is located on the first floor of Lysaker Torg 5. You will find the main entrance on the corner to the right of Lysaker Optikk. There is a panel with a bell to the right of the main entrance.
There is underground parking at Torget (Aimo park), as well as easy access from Lysaker train station and bus station with approx. 2 minutes walk.
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