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Effects of Functional Rhinoplasty on Nasal Obstruction: A Meta-Analysis.

Rui Zhao^1,2, Kai Chen^1,3, Yuedi Tang⁴

¹Department of Otorhinolaryngology Head and Neck Surgery, West China Hospital, Sichuan University, No. 37 Guo-Xue-Xiang, Chengdu, 610041, Sichuan, China.

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Summary

Functional rhinoplasty significantly improves nasal obstruction in patients with nasal valve issues, according to a meta-analysis. Further research is recommended for a comprehensive understanding of its long-term effects.

Keywords:

Functional rhinoplasty Meta-analysis Nasal obstruction Nasal valve Septoplasty

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Otolaryngology
Plastic Surgery
Medical Engineering

Background:

Functional rhinoplasty (FRP) addresses nasal valve problems to enhance nasal ventilation.
Systematic reviews on the efficacy of FRP for nasal obstruction are limited.

Purpose of the Study:

To systematically review and meta-analyze the effectiveness of functional rhinoplasty in improving nasal obstruction caused by nasal valve dysfunction.

Main Methods:

A comprehensive literature search was performed across PubMed, EMBASE, and Cochrane Library databases.
Included studies evaluated nasal obstruction symptoms before and after FRP in patients with nasal valve problems.
A meta-analysis of 43 studies (2024 patients) was conducted.

Main Results:

Significant improvements in nasal obstruction were reported across multiple follow-up points (1, 3, 6, 12 months, and last follow-up) based on Nasal Obstruction Symptom Evaluation (NOSE) scores.
Visual Analogue Scale (VAS) scores also showed a consistent trend of improvement.
Rhinomanometry indicated a significant relief of nasal obstruction, though peak nasal inspiratory flow (PNIF) did not show significant improvement.

Conclusions:

Functional rhinoplasty demonstrates a positive impact on alleviating nasal obstruction associated with nasal valve problems.
Further well-designed studies are necessary to elucidate the relationships and long-term outcomes more thoroughly.