title: [Vidian nerve: perspectives and realities].
abstract: The author presents the history and the actual indications of vidian neurectomy with results out the literature. The endonasal approach of pterygo-palatine fossa is discussed. What is the place of vidian neurectomy in the management and treatment of hypertrophic rhinitis? The question is open but the nasal functional microsurgery is born.
mesh_terms: D002908:Chronic Disease; D006801:Humans; D006984:Hypertrophy; D008722:Methods; D010159:Palate / Q000294:innervation*; D010275:Parasympathetic Nervous System / Q000601:surgery*; D012220:Rhinitis / Q000628:therapy*; D013564:Sympathetic Nervous System / Q000601:surgery*
vernacular_title: Nerf vidien: perspectives et réalités.