Dorsal augmenting aesthetic rhinoplasty using autogenous septal cartilage
- VernacularTitle:自体鼻中隔软骨在鼻背凹陷充填术中的应用
- Author:
Jianghong SUN
;
Hua ZHAO
;
Jianjun JING
- Publication Type:Journal Article
- Keywords:
Rhinoplasty;
Nasal septum;
Transplantation, autologous
- From:
Chinese Journal of Medical Aesthetics and Cosmetology
2002;0(02):-
- CountryChina
- Language:Chinese
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Abstract:
Objective To introduce a method of dorsal augmentation rhinoplasty using autogenous septal cartilage. Methods Autogenous septal cartilage was obtained through a standard septoplasty approach. Graft was cut into single oval, or divided into two or three parts, then the cartilage was sutured by means of a mattress suture; or graft was made into an inverted V frame, depending on size and shape of dorsal depression, and finally graft was inserted for augmentation of dorsum. Results Since May 1989 to Dec. 2001, this technique was performed in 43 patients, 6 men and 37 women, with a range of 17-35 years and a mean age of 24 years. Follow-up ranged from 6 months to 5 years. The authors asserted the sustained satisfactory outcomes. Conclusion Autogenous septal graft is technically simple and relatively free of complication. Long-term evaluations show no absorption of grafts and preservation of desired shape.
