Otolaryngology Open Access Journal (OOAJ)

ISSN: 2476-2490

Perspective

Significance of Posterior Septectomy in the Management of Choanal Atresia in Young Adults

Authors: Waleed Ragab Jabri* and Mohamed Qotb

DOI: 10.23880/ooaj-16000142

Abstract

Unilateral choanal atresia is more common than bilateral cases. Unilateral cases may present later in life with unilateral nasal congestion and mucoid rhinorrhea. Pure bony atresia represents 30% of cases while mixed bony and membranous atresia is more common (70%) [1].

Keywords: Choanal Atresia; Posterior Septectomy; Radiological Assessment

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