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Article Synopsis
- The study focused on the demographics, symptoms, treatment, and aftereffects of nasal septal hematoma/nasal septal abscess (NSH/NSA), highlighting the importance of early diagnosis and awareness among healthcare providers.
- A total of 30 studies involving 598 patients were analyzed, revealing that most cases occurred in males (72.1%) with a mean age of 21.6 years, and the average time from trauma to diagnosis was 8.2 days.
- Common symptoms included nasal obstruction (60.3%) and pain (30.0%), with the most frequently identified pathogens and antibiotics prescribed, while long-term effects included nasal deformity in 14.3% of patients.*