Nasal Septum (Noun)

Meaning

A partition of bone and cartilage between the nasal cavities.

Classification

Nouns denoting body parts.

Examples

• The otolaryngologist performed a rhinoplasty to correct a deviated nasal septum.
• A severely deviated nasal septum can cause respiratory issues such as snoring and sleep apnea.
• Perforation of the nasal septum can be treated with a septal button or stitches.
• Her nasal septum was slightly off-center but it wasn't severe enough to require surgical intervention.
• In some cases, the nasal septum can become dislocated due to severe head trauma or injury.