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What is the definition or description of: septal perforation?
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Septal perforation : A hole in the nasal septum caused most often by trauma and drug abuse. Less common in patients with chronic renal failure. Generally causes nasal obstruction symptoms and nose bleeds.
Answered 9/28/2016
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