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Supernumerary nostril: a rare congenital deformity
A Williams1, M Pizzuto, L Brodsky
1Department of Otolaryngology, State University of New York at Buffalo, School of Medicine and Biomedical Sciences, Children's Hospital of Buffalo, 14222, USA.
International Journal of Pediatric Otorhinolaryngology
|September 2, 1998
Summary
Congenital nasal duplication anomalies, such as a double nose or supernumerary nostril, are rare. This case report details an isolated supernumerary nostril in a newborn, contributing to limited literature on the subject.
Area of Science:
- Plastic Surgery
- Congenital Anomalies
- Craniofacial Development
Background:
- Duplication anomalies of the nose, including polyrhinia (double nose) and supernumerary nostril, are rare congenital deformities.
- These anomalies arise from aberrant embryological development.
- Differential diagnoses encompass conditions like glioma, encephalocele, and nasal dermoid.
Observation:
- A literature review identified only eight reported cases of nasal duplication anomalies.
- Four cases were polyrhinia, and one involved a supernumerary nostril with cleft lip.
- Three prior reports documented isolated supernumerary nostrils.
Findings:
- This study presents a newborn infant with an isolated right supernumerary nostril.
- The case includes MRI, CT, and photographic documentation.
- The report reviews relevant embryology, anatomy, and existing literature.
Implications:
- This case adds to the scarce literature on isolated supernumerary nostrils.
- Understanding these rare anomalies is crucial for accurate diagnosis and management.
- Further research into the embryological origins can inform clinical practice.