Modified lateral crural spanning suture of the nasal tip : suspension element

Abstract EN

Introduction : Several techniques have been described to improve nasal tip definition, such as cartilage resection, tip grafts, and suture placement.

Lateral alar convexities are a common deformity that requires attention during rhinoplasty.

The lateral crural spanning suture provides a predictable, accurate method of correcting excess lateral crural convexity without the need for procedures that would compromise the integrity of the cartilage.

Objectives : Aiming to achieve the maximum support of the nasal tip and to maintain the position of the tip in a fashion that prevents postoperative droopiness, we have modified the classic lateral crural spanning suture.

Methods : A prospective study of 113 patients was conducted over patients presented to our hospital aiming at improving nasal tip definition through modified lateral crural spanning suture.

Results : In this study, added improved of the nasal tip width and rotation was achieved in all the patients admitted for rhinoplasty