[Cytologic assessment of the nasal smear. A valuable diagnostic method in routine ENT practice]

The cytological evaluation of a nasal smear is described as a helpful but almost forgotten method in daily rhinological practice, especially for the differentiation of rhinitis. With the help of pre-stained, ready-to-use slides it is a simple method available within minutes without any laboratory. The diagnostic significance of cells and crystals found in nasal smears is explained.