Table 1.
Demographic data on the patient and control groups
| Septoplasty (n = 91) | Control group (n = 93) | |
|---|---|---|
| Mean age (range) | 39 (18–68) | 43.8 (20–65) |
| Mean BMI, kg/m2 | 27.3 (5) | 25.3 (3.4) |
| Male/female | 75/16 | 41/52 |
| Airborne allergy Pollen Dust mite Animal hair |
36/91 30/36 14/36 20/36 |
20/93 |
| Asthma | 14/91 | 0 |
| Smoking | 18/91 | 12 |
| Previous surgery in the nose Septoplasty Sinus surgery because of CRS Sinus surgery because of NP Coblation of inferior turbinate |
24/91 13/24 3/24 5/24 6/24 |
0 |
| Obstructive sleep apnea Mean AHI (SD) |
15/91 22.9 (19) |