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[The growing nose]

R Nicollas1, A Gallucci2, V Bellot-Samson3

  • 1ORL pédiatrique et chirurgie cervico-faciale, hôpital d'enfants de la Timone, 264, rue Saint-Pierre, 13385 Marseille, France.

Annales De Chirurgie Plastique Et Esthetique
|September 8, 2014
PubMed

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Pediatric nasal surgery requires caution due to growth impacts. Interventions for nasal function issues are advised when congenital or acquired malpositions jeopardize breathing.

Area of Science:

  • Pediatric Otolaryngology
  • Craniofacial Surgery
  • Pediatric Plastic Surgery

Background:

  • Children's noses possess unique anatomical and functional traits.
  • Early surgical interventions during growth may impact nasal development and function.
  • Understanding pediatric nasal anatomy is crucial for appropriate management.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To detail the growth characteristics of the pediatric nasal pyramid and septum.
  • To discuss the considerations for surgical interventions in pediatric nasal conditions.
  • To highlight the importance of cautious surgical indications in children.

Main Methods:

  • Descriptive analysis of nasal anatomy at various growth stages.
  • Review of surgical indications and potential adverse effects in pediatric patients.
  • Discussion of congenital and acquired nasal malpositions affecting function.

Main Results:

  • Nasal pyramid and septum exhibit distinct developmental patterns.
  • Surgical intervention timing is critical to avoid negative developmental sequelae.
  • Functional compromise necessitates careful consideration of treatment.

Conclusions:

  • Surgical approaches in pediatric nasal conditions demand caution.
  • Treatment of nasal malpositions is recommended when nasal function is compromised.
  • This chapter provides guidance on pediatric nasal surgery considerations.

Keywords:
Croissance nasaleGrowing noseRhinoplastie chez l’enfantRhinoplasty in childrenSeptoplastieSeptoplasty

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