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- The nasal valves are complex, 3D structures rather than simple 2D shapes, characterized by their collapsible and varying nature.
- Historically, the internal nasal valve's boundaries are defined by the septum on one side, upper lateral cartilage on another, and the inferior turbinate below, typically located about 1.3 cm inside the nasal cavity.
- New computational methods are providing deeper insights into nasal valve function, suggesting that surgeons need a fresh conceptual framework for rhinoplasty procedures.
Article Abstract
The nasal valves are not simple, 2-dimensional cross-sections but rather a complex, 3-dimensional, collapsible, and heterogeneous structure. Historically, the internal nasal valve (INV) is defined by the septum medially, the caudal margin of the upper lateral cartilage laterally, and the inferior turbinate inferiorly. Typically located 1.3 cm deep into the nasal cavity, the INV angle delineated by the upper lateral cartilage and septum typically measures 10° to 15° in the Caucasian population. As computational methods reveal new insights into nasal valve function, a new conceptual framework is needed to guide rhinoplasty surgical decision-making.
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