Current Practices and Evidence in Caudal Septoplasty: A National Survey and Systematic Review.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Caudal septal deviation is a challenging condition that affects nasal function and aesthetics.

Objectives

The aim of the study was to evaluate surgical practices for caudal septoplasty among otolaryngologists in Saudi Arabia and compare them with international approaches.

Methods

A cross-sectional electronic survey was distributed to otolaryngologists across academic, governmental, and private healthcare institutions in Saudi Arabia. A parallel systematic review was conducted following Preferred Reporting Items for Systematic Reviews and Meta-Analyses 2020 guidelines using PubMed, Web of Science, and Scopus. Eligible studies published between 1954 and 2024 described techniques addressing caudal septal deviation with reported outcomes. The study protocol was

SUBMITTER: Bogari A 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12862218 | biostudies-literature | 2026

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature