title: Management of nasal fractures.
abstract: Fracture of the nasal skeleton is a relatively common injury. Satisfactory treatment requires appropriate skills, diagnosis, and management. Some injuries require immediate attention; others are better treated in delayed fashion. Closed reduction provides satisfactory treatment in the majority of nasal fractures; however, open reduction often is a more appropriate choice. Injuries to the nasal septum should be recognized and given proper treatment.
authors.affiliation: University of Missouri School of Medicine, Columbia.
authors.forename: G J
authors.initials: GJ
authors.lastname: Renner
mesh_terms: D000328:Adult; D002648:Child; D005592:Fracture Fixation / Q000379:methods*; D006801:Humans; D009295:Nasal Bone / Q000293:injuries*; D012887:Skull Fractures / Q000175:diagnosis / Q000601:surgery*