Abstract
Consensus is still lacking on the ideal treatment of turbinate hypertrophy concurrent
with rhinoseptoplasty. A novel technique of turbinoplasty consisting of incision-bone
fracturing by the use of piezoelectric technique—intramucosal microcauterization—lateralization
is described in detail. A series of 157 consecutive patients is reviewed with a maximum
follow-up of one year. The technique is fast and easy and allows predictability in
avoiding postoperative bleeding and preventing remedialization of the lateralized
turbinates. Due to the technology required, its use is suggested especially when piezo
is employed during other steps of rhinoseptoplasty.
Keywords
turbinate hypertrophy - turbinates - turbinoplasty - nasal obstruction - piezoelectric
