Integrated Internal Stabilization for Saddle Nose Surgery.
BACKGROUND
Correction of Saddle nose deformity is one of the most challenging issues in facial plastic surgery.


METHODS
In this study, a single structure in the form of L-strut was attempted to be created by using one 0.035" Kirschner wire and an autologous costal graft out of the 10th and 11th ribs. This study involved 13 cases, most of whom were traumatic. The corrective surgical techniques used in this study will be described in detail.


RESULTS
There was no warping, no rejection, and no infection in the created L-strut and patients' satisfaction was very good during the follow up period.


CONCLUSIONS
Surgical correction of a saddle-shaped nose using the described technique seems to be an acceptable and uncomplicated technique, and the cosmetic result is totally acceptable.
Otorhinolaryngology Research Center, Amir'Alam Hospital, Tehran University of Medical Sciences, Tehran Iran.
Ebrahim
E
Karimi
Otorhinolaryngology Research Center, Amir'Alam Hospital, Tehran University of Medical Sciences, Tehran Iran.
Jalal
J
Mehdizadeh
Otorhinolaryngology Research Center, Amir'Alam Hospital, Tehran University of Medical Sciences, Tehran Iran.
Shahin
S
Bastaninejad
Otorhinolaryngology Research Center, Amir'Alam Hospital, Tehran University of Medical Sciences, Tehran Iran.
Mohammad
M
Koohkan
Nasal reconstruction; Saddle nose deformity.; Wired costal graft