[Submucous resection of the lower bony turbinate]

The technique, results, and complications of 43 patients operated upon, by submucous turbinal resection (STR), is presented (1985-1988). To cope with bony turbinal problems, either "in totto", or submucose resections are a "must". The author claims STR is more functional than the other possible techniques. Properly done, good results are to be expected, through minimal, transient risk, of tracheo-pharyngeal dryness.