Anatomy of Nasal Septum and Its Diseases
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Which part of the nasal septum consists of a double layer of skin with no bony or cartilaginous support?

  • Columellar septum
  • Septal cartilage
  • Septum proper
  • Membranous septum (correct)
  • Which bone does not contribute to the osteocartilaginous framework of the nasal septum?

  • Perpendicular plate of ethmoid
  • Vomer
  • Nasal spine of frontal bone (correct)
  • Crest of maxilla
  • What is the primary function of the septal cartilage?

  • To form a partition between the right and left nasal cavities (correct)
  • To connect the nasal bones to the maxilla
  • To contribute to the membranous septum
  • To provide support to the nasal spine of the frontal bone
  • Which bone forms the posterior part of the nasal septum?

    <p>Vomer</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which part of the nasal septum is freely movable from side to side?

    <p>Columellar septum</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the most common cause of septal deviation?

    <p>Trauma to the nose</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following arteries is NOT associated with Little's Area on the nasal septum?

    <p>Inferior alveolar artery</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the most common site for epistaxis (nosebleeds)?

    <p>Little's Area on the nasal septum</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is a potential consequence of excessive removal of septal cartilage during surgery?

    <p>Nasal collapse</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How can a dislocation of the septal cartilage from the anterior vomerine groove lead to septal deviation?

    <p>It causes the septum to deviate caudally</p> Signup and view all the answers

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