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[The mongoloid nose].

X H Hu1, H G Wang, H M An

  • 1Hôpital de Chengdu, Chine.

Annales De Chirurgie Plastique Et Esthetique
|January 1, 1991
PubMed
Summary

Researchers recommend using "mongoloid" instead of "oriental" or "Asian" to describe a specific nose type. This nasal morphology presents unique challenges in aesthetic rhinoplasty, requiring careful surgical consideration.

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Area of Science:

  • Plastic Surgery
  • Anthropology
  • Medical Terminology

Background:

  • The terms "oriental" and "Asian" are imprecise for describing specific facial morphologies.
  • The nasal structure of the Han race is a key example of this distinct phenotype.
  • Existing descriptions like "intermediary" are insufficient to capture its unique characteristics, part of the "Asian triad".

Purpose of the Study:

  • To address the inadequacy of current terminology for a specific East Asian nasal type.
  • To highlight the unique anatomical features contributing to the "Asian triad".
  • To inform aesthetic rhinoplasty procedures for this patient group.

Main Methods:

  • A study conducted in Chengdu aimed to provide a more precise characterization.
  • Analysis of the specific nasal type prevalent in the Han population.
  • Review of existing terminology and its limitations.

Main Results:

  • The term "mongoloid" is proposed as a more accurate descriptor than "oriental" or "Asian".
  • The study identifies a particular nasal type with specific features, not adequately covered by "intermediary" descriptions.
  • This nasal morphology is a significant component of the "Asian triad".

Conclusions:

  • Precise terminology is crucial for accurate medical and anthropological discourse.
  • Aesthetic rhinoplasty on this specific nasal type requires specialized knowledge and caution.
  • Avoiding overcorrection is vital to prevent adverse outcomes in patients with smaller facial structures.

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