A technique for the closure of small septal perforations.
The small septal perforation has been a particular problem with regard to its symptoms. One author even recommended its conversion into a large septal perforation to decrease the symptoms. A simple technique using autologous nasal cartilage is presented in 4 cases with follow-up for one year.
D002356:Cartilage / Q000637:transplantation*; D006801:Humans; D009297:Nasal Mucosa / Q000601:surgery; D009300:Nasal Septum / Q000293:injuries / Q000601:surgery*; D014945:Wound Healing