nesekirurgi

Nesekirurgi is a medical specialty focusing on the nose and surrounding structures, addressing both functional problems such as airway obstruction and cosmetic concerns related to nasal shape. Practitioners may be otolaryngologists (ear, nose and throat specialists) or plastic surgeons, often with additional training in facial plastic and reconstructive surgery.

Indications include congenital defects, deviated septum causing nasal obstruction, chronic sinus or airway issues, trauma leading to deformity, and aesthetic concerns. Common nesekirurgi procedures are rhinoplasty for reshaping the nose and septoplasty to straighten the nasal septum. Other techniques include turbinectomy or turbinate reduction to improve airflow, nasal valve repair, and nasal reconstruction after injury or cancer excision. In some cases, functional combination procedures are performed known as septorhinoplasty.

Risks include infection, bleeding (epistaxis), adverse reaction to anesthesia, scarring, numbness, alterations in nasal tip projection, breathing difficulties, and the potential need for revision surgery.

Recovery varies; patients may wear splints or packing for the first week, swelling and bruising may persist for weeks, with final results visible after several months.

Training: Nesekirurgi requires medical degree and specialization in otolaryngology or plastic surgery, followed by fellowship or residency in facial plastic or reconstructive nasal surgery.