Effect of septoplasty and per-operative antibiotic prophylaxis on nasal flora

Abstract

Effect of septoplasty and per-operative antibiotic prophylaxis on nasal flora. Objectives: Septoplasty is one of the most commonly performed procedures in otolaryngology practice. Prophylactic use of antibiotics is controversial. Disruption of nasal flora may predispose individuals to infection. We investigated the effect of antibiotic prophylaxis and septoplasty on nasal flora.