Evaluation and Management of the External Nasal Valve.

Otolaryngol Clin North Am

Department of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery, Division of Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, Henry Ford Hospital, 2799 West Grand Boulevard K-8, Detroit, MI 48202, USA; Department of Surgery, Michigan State University, 4660 South Hagadorn Road, Suite #620, East Lansing, MI 48823, USA; Wayne State University School of Medicine, 540 East Canfield Street, Detroit, MI 48201, USA.

Published: January 2025

The external nasal valve is the anatomic structure formed by the caudal septum, alar rim, medial crura of the lower lateral cartilage, and nasal sill at the level of the nasal vestibule. Evaluation of external nasal valve dysfunction is dependent upon a thorough history and physical examination. Symptoms and quality of life impact are the main drivers for patients to seek out clinical evaluation. It is paramount that surgeons are familiar with available nonsurgical and surgical options for the management of external nasal valve dysfunction.

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