Repairing the twisted nose.
Correction of the deviated nose presents a challenge to even the experienced rhinoplastic surgeon. This article describes the etiology, analysis, and surgical treatment for the severely twisted nose. The applied anatomy of the deviated nose is discussed in detail. Finally, a graduated approach to surgical management is described.
TerKonda
R P
RP
Assistant Professor, Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, Department of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery, University of Florida College of Medicine, Gainesville, Florida, USA.
Sykes
J M
JM
D006801:Humans; D009667:Nose Deformities, Acquired / Q000209:etiology / Q000601:surgery*; D012225:Rhinoplasty / Q000379:methods*