title: Reduction structured rhinoplasty.
abstract: The reduction structured rhinoplasty has evolved based on an increased understanding of nasal function and structural anatomy. The discussion begins with the philosophic origins of this technique. Next, the preoperative visit is outlined including the history, physical examination, basic facial analysis, and surgical planning. The procedure is detailed and the postoperative care is described.
authors.affiliation: Division of Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, Department of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery, The New York Eye and Ear Infirmary, New York, NY 10003, USA. docromo@aol.com
authors.forename: Thomas
authors.initials: T
authors.lastname: Romo
authors.forename: Benjamin G
authors.initials: BG
authors.lastname: Swartout
mesh_terms: D006801:Humans; D009666:Nose / Q000473:pathology / Q000601:surgery*; D012225:Rhinoplasty / Q000379:methods*