Monthly Prescribing Reference

Novel Technique Measures Surface Area of Internal Nasal Valve

HealthDay News — Endoscopic suction-assisted evaluation of the internal nasal valve can measure internal nasal valve area and function, according to a study published online January 14 in JAMA Facial ...
Healio

Variable relationships in nasal anatomy should be considered in internal nasal valve reconstruction

In a cadaver study, researchers determined that the relationships between the upper lateral cartilage, maxilla and pyriform ligament can affect the configuration of the lateral internal nasal valve ...
Monthly Prescribing Reference

Are OTC Nasal Dilators Effective?

A recent review in JAMA Facial Plastic Surgery examines the effectiveness of over-the-counter (OTC) mechanical nasal dilators in improving airflow through the internal nasal valve. A recent review in ...
Atlanta Journal-Constitution

Nasal implants are a real thing. Here’s how they work

DEAR MAYO CLINIC: My nose always feels stuffed up, and I have a hard time breathing through my nose. It is especially bad at night when I lie down. I thought it was because of allergies, but ...
New Atlas

Device goes up the nose to permanently improve breathing

If you have chronic nasal congestion, it could be due to an obstruction caused by the shape of your internal nasal valve. A new device is designed to permanently address the problem, without the need ...
EurekAlert!

Review article compared over-the-counter nasal dilators

The narrowest area of the nose is the internal nasal valve and obstruction can cause airflow trouble. A review article published online by JAMA Facial Plastic Surgery compares over-the-counter ...
EurekAlert!

Study finds technique for nasal obstruction helps patients breathe easier

CHICAGO – Z-plasty, a minimally invasive surgical technique to treat internal nasal valve collapse, showed significant improvement in relieving nasal obstruction with less recovery time compared to ...
WKYC3

New nasal procedure helps patients breathe easier

COLUMBUS, Ohio – Researchers at The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center are exploring how small changes in the nasal cavity impact airflow and quality of life. As part of a clinical trial, ...
The Union Democrat

Mayo Clinic Q and A: Nasal implants

DEAR MAYO CLINIC: My nose always feels stuffed up, and I have a hard time breathing through my nose. It is especially bad at night when I lie down. I thought it was because of allergies, but ...
Medscape

Improving the Shape of the Nose by Rhinoplasty

Last year, 152,434 rhinoplasty procedures were performed in America. [1] People who are interested in improving the appearance of their nose seek consultation with either plastic surgeons or ...
Rolling Out

The Nasal valve collapse symptoms you shouldn’t ignore

That constant feeling of struggling to get enough air through your nose isn’t just annoying anymore. It’s affecting your sleep, your energy levels, and your overall quality of life. What started as ...
Medscape

Improving the Shape of the Nose by Rhinoplasty

Cartilage and bone make up the nasal hump. One approach for reducing the hump is described here, but several methods exist. The surgeon may also have in the operating room the photos of the imaging ...