External rhinoplasty. Comparison of two approaches

This paper compares two different techniques of external rhinoplasty, in which the lower lateral cartilages are either elevated with the columellar skin (i.e., Gillies-Meyer approach) or left attached to the main body of the nose (i.e., Rethi-Sercer approach). Both techniques give good access and exposure, but we found the Gillies-Meyer approach somewhat easier to perform. It can also be used to provide extended access if difficulty is experienced during a closed rhinoplasty operation.