While the formation of a palatal fistula after septoplasty has been reported previously, it is a rare occurrence, especially in a patient with a normal palate. In most of the previous reports, the palatal fistulas were located on the hard palate and associated with various underlying conditions. Here, we present a case of soft palate fistula which developed in a patient with a normal palate after septoplasty. The 20-year old woman complained of liquid regurgitation after her septoplasty procedure. A pin-point size fistula opening was observed on the soft palate. A shallow depression was identified at the junction between the hard and soft palate by a computed tomography scan done before surgery. The fistula was subsequently repaired through a palatal flap. After surgery, the defect was completely closed, and the patient had no more symptoms. In addition, we review the previously reported cases of palatal fistula after septoplasty.
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