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Nasal Septum
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Definition
: The partition separating the two NASAL CAVITIES in the midplane. It is formed by the SEPTAL NASAL CARTILAGE, parts of skull bones (ETHMOID BONE; VOMER), and membranous parts.
See Also
Nasal Septal Perforation
Examples
Vomer
Other names
Septums, Nasal; Septum, Nasal; Nasal Septums