Frequently Used Grafts in Rhinoplasty: Nomenclature and Analysis

Jack P. Gunter, Alan Landecker, C. Spencer Cochran

Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery · 2006 · 103 citations · 25 references

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TL;DR

The article aims to equip readers with the ability to accurately name, locate, and understand the clinical indications of the most frequently used grafts in primary and secondary rhinoplasty. The authors describe the grafting techniques most commonly used to sculpt the nasal framework, detailing their nomenclature, anatomical location, and clinical indications. The article provides a concise, easy‑to‑reference guide for both beginners and expert surgeons on graft nomenclature, anatomical location, and clinical indications. The article includes additional learning objectives numbered 2 and 3.

Abstract

After studying this article, the participant should be able to: 1. Accurately name the most frequently used grafts in primary and secondary rhinoplasty. 2. Describe the precise anatomical position of each graft. 3. Discuss the clinical indications of each graft.In this article, the authors present the grafting techniques most commonly used to sculpt the nasal framework in primary and secondary rhinoplasty. The grafts are described in terms of their nomenclature, anatomical location, and clinical indications, presenting a simple and easy-to-reference guide for both beginners and expert surgeons.

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