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Nasal obstruction is a frustrating sequel of rhinoplasty to both the patient and the surgeon. Physiologic problems are caused by altered vasomotor mechanisms of the lining. Mechanical obstruction results from (1) over-correction of the nasal supporting structures, (2) infracture of long nasal bones, (3) septal irregularities, and (4) surgical adhesions.
Simple and effective techniques for correcting each of these problems are described.
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Rozner, L., Isaacs, G.W. Nasal obstruction after rhinoplasty. Aesth. Plast. Surg. 3, 89–96 (1979). https://doi.org/10.1007/BF01577841
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DOI: https://doi.org/10.1007/BF01577841