A surgical algorithm using open rhinoplasty for correction of traumatic twisted nose

Aesthetic Plast Surg. 2007 May-Jun;31(3):250-8. doi: 10.1007/s00266-006-0185-6.

Abstract

In this series, the authors present their experience with correction of the traumatic twisted nose in Asians using open rhinoplasty. A standard surgical algorithm was followed to determine treatment strategies for 92 patients with traumatic twisted nose at the Tri-Service General Hospital in Taiwan between 1 August 2001 and 1 June 2004. A retrospective chart review was performed to collect patient data and surgical details. A follow-up self-evaluation survey regarding satisfaction with nasal function and aesthetics was distributed to all the participants. All the patients underwent open rhinoplasties under general anesthesia. The 87 males and 5 females were 15 to 53 years of age (mean, 28 years). Their postoperative periods were uneventful and without complications. Patient self-evaluations were largely positive, reporting improvement in nasal function. The authors propose a simple surgical algorithm using open rhinoplasty for optimal correction of traumatic twisted nose deformities. The algorithm, which is adaptable to a variety of anatomic deformities, guides surgical decision making that yields consistently satisfactory functional and aesthetic results.

MeSH terms

  • Adolescent
  • Adult
  • Algorithms*
  • Cartilage / abnormalities
  • Cartilage / surgery
  • China
  • Female
  • Follow-Up Studies
  • Humans
  • Male
  • Middle Aged
  • Nasal Bone / abnormalities
  • Nasal Bone / surgery
  • Nasal Cavity / abnormalities
  • Nasal Cavity / surgery
  • Nasal Obstruction / surgery
  • Nasal Septum / abnormalities
  • Nasal Septum / surgery
  • Nose / abnormalities*
  • Nose / pathology
  • Nose / surgery*
  • Nose Deformities, Acquired / pathology
  • Nose Deformities, Acquired / surgery*
  • Patient Satisfaction
  • Retrospective Studies
  • Rhinoplasty / methods*