title: Human acellular dermal matrix grafts for rhinoplasty.
abstract: Rhinoplasty often relies on graft material for structural support in the form of cartilage, bone grafts, or fascia. In addition, pliable grafts are often helpful for contouring and can function as a barrier. Unfortunately, grafts carry the disadvantage of requiring an additional donor site, with associated complications. Human acellular dermal matrix (ADM) biological implants offer an exciting alternative for structural support and nonstructural implantation in rhinoplasty procedures. To examine the efficacy of ADM placement in rhinoplasty and septoplasty, the authors report the results from a series of 51 patients. In this series, there were no cases of infection, skin discoloration, seroma formation, septal perforation, significant resorption, extrusion, or other complications related to ADM placement. Therefore, the authors believe that ADM offers a safe and effective alternative to traditional grafting methods for functional and aesthetic rhinoplasty.
authors: Department of Otolaryngology, University at Buffalo, Buffalo, New York 14209, USA. dsherris@buffalo.edu
authors: David A
authors: DA
authors: Sherris
authors: Brad S
authors: BS
authors: Oriel
mesh_terms: D000328:Adult; D000368:Aged; D001672:Biocompatible Materials / Q000627:therapeutic use; D003094:Collagen / Q000627:therapeutic use*; D005260:Female; D005500:Follow-Up Studies; D006801:Humans; D008297:Male; D008875:Middle Aged; D009300:Nasal Septum / Q000601:surgery*; D012189:Retrospective Studies; D012225:Rhinoplasty / Q000009:adverse effects / Q000379:methods*; D055815:Young Adult
chemical_list: C440568:Alloderm; D001672:Biocompatible Materials; D003094:Collagen