Evidence checklist
Deviated Septum
Evidence strength
Mark what you already have below and your evidence strength appears here.
Specialist opinion
Highest value0 of 3 collectedCT imaging documenting the direction and degree of septal deviation, nasal valve narrowing, and any secondary sinus obstruction or mucosal disease caused by the deviated septum.
Not marked
Otolaryngologist examination with anterior rhinoscopy or nasal endoscopy documenting the deviation, nasal airway obstruction, turbinate hypertrophy, and symptom burden.
Not marked
A medical opinion connecting the septal deviation to an in-service traumatic injury to the nose (combatives, sports, blast injury, vehicle accident) or aggravation of a pre-existing deviation during service.
Not marked
Treatment records
0 of 1 collectedRecords documenting conservative treatment and any surgical correction (septoplasty or septorhinoplasty), including operative reports and post-surgical outcomes.
Not marked
Lay statements
0 of 2 collectedA written statement from someone who can describe observable symptoms and how your condition affects daily life.
Not marked
Your own written account of how this condition affects your daily activities, work, and relationships. Describe your worst days.
Not marked
Benefits questionnaire
0 of 1 collectedStandardized form capturing nasal examination findings, obstruction severity, and functional impact of the deviated septum.
Not marked
Service records
0 of 2 collectedMilitary medical records showing an in-service nasal injury, fracture, or impact event that caused or contributed to the septal deviation.
Not marked
Military medical records showing in-service treatment, complaints, or injuries related to this condition.
Not marked
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