The Cleft Lip Nose: Primary and Secondary Treatment

Abstract

This article presents an overview of the cleft lip nasal deformity and its treatment. The complex pathologic changes to normal nasal anatomy are described, and treatment strategies for both unilateral and bilateral cleft lip patients are presented. The surgical technique for management of the cleft lip nasal deformity is discussed as it pertains to both primary and secondary correction.

Keywords: Cleft lip nose; Cleft rhinoplasty; Cleft secondary correction.