Journal Title: زمستان 92 Article title: The Upper Lateral Cartilage Deformity and Deviated Nose: A New Concept
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Article abstract: Introduction & Objective: Facial skeletal growth and development could be asymmetrical between the two sides of the face. This deformity has influence on all structures, including ULC of the nose, its thickness, elasticity, and shape. Considering this anomaly in crooked nose patients and try to correct it, may have a positive effect on our surgical result.
Materials & Methods: Eighty nine rhinoplasty patient’s chart were reviewed for middle vault asymmetries and surgical procedures performed for each case were reviewed.
Results: Asymmetric upper lateral cartilages were observed in 81% of cases (72 cases), and 30% of total cases had straight septum with asymmetrical upper lateral cartilages (27 cases) which needed some intervention.
Conclusions: The crucial point in correcting crooked nose is to keep in mind the upper lateral cartilages deformities and trying to make them more symmetrical by septal straightening. This is effective in preventing the recurrence of the problem after surgery.
Article KeyWords: Deviated Nose, Deformity, Surgery
