Functional Nasal Surgery | Journal CME Article-Journal CME Article: Functional Nasal Surgery Video 7

Journal CME Article: Functional Nasal Surgery Video 7

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The video demonstrates a surgical technique for repositioning a vertically malpositioned lateral cruciate. The process involves undermining mucosa, incising at the scroll junction, and carefully dissecting skin and tissues. A lateral crural strut, made from rib or septal cartilage, is used to support and straighten the lateral cruciate, with 5-0 PDS sutures securing the structure. A pocket is created between mucosa and skin soft tissue to realign the lateral cruciate towards the lateral canthus. The procedure ensures a straight, stable cruciate, avoiding external valve compromise. The tie is removed during the first post-operative visit.

Keywords

surgical technique

lateral cruciate

lateral crural strut

5-0 PDS sutures

post-operative