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Surgery Overview The nasal septum is the structure between the nostrils that separates the nasal passages. It's made of cartilage and thin bone. A hole (perforation) can form in the cartilage as a …
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… nose may be done. If other facial injuries or fractures are suspected, a CT scan will be … a broken nose treated? Immediately after the fracture, apply ice and keep your head … symptoms. Your doctor may treat a simple fracture by straightening the bone or …
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Surgery Overview The nasal septum is the wall between the nostrils that separates the two nasal passages. It supports the nose and directs airflow. The septum is made of thin bone in the back and …
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… Throat Objects in the Ear Objects in the Nose Oral Breathing Devices for Sleep Apnea and Snoring Oral Breathing Devices for Snoring … Throat Objects in the Ear Objects in the Nose Oral Breathing Devices for Sleep Apnea and …
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Overview A perforation is a hole in the wall of the digestive tract. A perforation may occur anywhere in the digestive tract and may occur when: A crater-shaped sore (ulcer) erodes through the wall …
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… time it is best to do your saltwater (saline) nasal wash before you use your other nasal medicines. The wash will help your … (saline lavage or irrigation) help keep the nasal passages open by washing out thick or …
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… repairs in children to explore the opposite groin for a hernia. This can be done by … during surgery being too small to cover the groin area. Or the mesh may not be stapled well.) …
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… Overview Endovascular aortic aneurysm repair fixes an aneurysm in your aorta. An … if the aneurysm is at risk of bursting open (rupturing). Aortic aneurysms that are … of your aneurysm. Your age and overall health, to make sure that you are healthy …
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Surgery Overview A meniscus tear is a common injury to the cartilage that stabilizes and cushions the knee joint. Whether or not your tear can be repaired depends on the type of the tear . Radial …
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… has been repaired by sewing the edges of healthy muscle tissue together … since birth (indirect hernias) and for healthy tissues, where it is possible to use … repair also depends on your age and overall health. Risks Adults and children who have a …
