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Facial Plast Surg 2023; 39(06): 621-624
DOI: 10.1055/s-0043-1774332
Original Article

Updates in Butterfly Graft Technique

Jonas R. Miller 
1   Division of Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, Department of Otolaryngology—Head and Neck Surgery, University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, Chapel Hill, North Carolina
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Joseph Madison Clark
1   Division of Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, Department of Otolaryngology—Head and Neck Surgery, University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, Chapel Hill, North Carolina
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Abstract

Nasal obstruction is a significant challenge greatly affecting individual quality of life. It is one of the most common presentations in the otolaryngology clinic, often persisting despite medical and, at times, surgical intervention. The butterfly graft has proven to be a veritable option addressing nasal valve collapse. Herein, we describe our most recent operative technique, highlight its application in ethnic rhinoplasty and revision cases, and discuss incorporation of dorsal preservation techniques in functional rhinoplasty.

Keywords

rhinoplasty - butterfly graft - dorsal preservation rhinoplasty - nasal valve collapse - spreader grafts


Publication History

Article published online:
14 September 2023

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