Dr. Jemai Nada1,
Dr. Marina Mirzabekian2,
Dr. Nina Karpoeva3,
Dr. Swati Batheja4,
Dr. Yash Bhandari5,
,
Dr. Jawaria Awan6,
Dr. Rutuja Patil7,
Dr. Kamala Kommanaboyina8,
Dr. Umaarah Asif9,
Dr. Nabiha Naureen Syeda10,
Dr. Yashashwi Bhandari5,
Dr. Monica Kommineni11,
Dr. Nishtha Sharma12,
Dr. Anju Antony13,
Dr. Tumpa Biswas14,
Dr. Mahimaben Prajapati15,
Dr. Pierina Calderon Higinio16 1Dental assistant, Always Smile DC, Washington DC, USA
2Independent researcher, A.I, Yevdokimov Moscow State University of Medicine and Dentistry, Moscow, Russia
3Loma Linda University School of Dentistry, California, USA
4University of Bridgeport, CN, USA
5HNBU, Srinagar, India
6Islamabad Medical and Dental College, Pakistan
7Clinical research assistant, MGB, Boston, USA
8Vishnu Dental College, AP, India
9Dental Assistant, Pennsylvania, USA
10Dr NTR University of Health Sciences, AP, India
11Ingenus pharmaceuticals, NJ, USA
12University of Memphis, TN, USA
13Rajiv Gandhi university of health sciences, India
14M.A.M.C, New Delhi, India
15Public health coordinator, ToothDocs dental care, New York, USA
16Dental assistant, New Smiles Dental, Virginia, USA
American Journal of Clinical Medicine Research.
2026,
Vol. 14 No. 2, 33-36
DOI: 10.12691/ajcmr-14-2-2
Copyright © 2026 Science and Education PublishingCite this paper: Dr. Jemai Nada, Dr. Marina Mirzabekian, Dr. Nina Karpoeva, Dr. Swati Batheja, Dr. Yash Bhandari, Dr. Jawaria Awan, Dr. Rutuja Patil, Dr. Kamala Kommanaboyina, Dr. Umaarah Asif, Dr. Nabiha Naureen Syeda, Dr. Yashashwi Bhandari, Dr. Monica Kommineni, Dr. Nishtha Sharma, Dr. Anju Antony, Dr. Tumpa Biswas, Dr. Mahimaben Prajapati, Dr. Pierina Calderon Higinio. Beyond Deviation: Evolving Perspectives on Nasal Septum Morphology, Classification, and Clinical Relevance — A Comprehensive Review.
American Journal of Clinical Medicine Research. 2026; 14(2):33-36. doi: 10.12691/ajcmr-14-2-2.
Correspondence to: Dr. Yash Bhandari, HNBU, Srinagar, India. Email:
yash23bhandari@gmail.comAbstract
Background: Nasal septum deviation (NSD) represents one of the most frequent anatomical variations within the nasal cavity and is often associated with functional impairment and sinonasal disorders. Despite its high prevalence, variability in classification systems and diagnostic interpretation continues to challenge clinical standardization. Purpose: This study aims to provide a comprehensive evaluation of nasal septum deviation, focusing on its morphological patterns, classification approaches, and clinical relevance, with an emphasis on improving diagnostic clarity and treatment planning. Methods: A thorough evaluation was conducted of articles related to nasal septum. Electronic databases such as PubMed, MEDLINE, EMBASE, and the Cochrane Library were used for a thorough search, and only English-language publications were included. A structured analysis was conducted using radiographic imaging assessing the presence, type, and severity of septal deviations. Established classification systems were applied, and correlations with demographic variables and associated nasal findings were examined. Results: Nasal septum deviation was observed in a significant proportion of the study population, with distinct patterns such as C-shaped, S-shaped, and localized spurs being most prevalent. Certain deviation types demonstrated stronger associations with nasal obstruction and adjacent structural variations. The findings also highlighted inconsistencies between classification methods, underscoring the need for a unified framework. Practical Implications: A clearer understanding of nasal septum deviation patterns and their clinical implications can enhance diagnostic precision and guide individualized treatment strategies. Incorporating standardized classification and imaging-based assessment may improve surgical planning and patient outcomes.
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