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Simple method of insertion of Xomed one piece septal button

Published online by Cambridge University Press:  29 June 2007

M. J. J. Al-Khabori*
Affiliation:
Glasgow
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Mr M. J. J. Al-Khabori, Department of Otolaryngology, Stobhill General Hospital, Balornock Road, Glasgow G21 3UW.
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Abstract

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Silicone septal buttons have been available to obturate septal perforations since the 1970s. Various methods of insertion have been suggested but the procedure is not always easy. We have devised an alternative method which has proved quick and simple to perform.

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Short Communications
Copyright
Copyright © JLO (1984) Limited 1992

References

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