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  • Closed rhinoplasty approach for excision of nasal dermoids

  • R L Harris, H Daya
  • Journal:
    The Journal of Laryngology & Otology / Volume 124 / Issue 5 / May 2010
    Published online by Cambridge University Press:
    11 December 2009, pp. 538-542
    Print publication:
    May 2010
  • Objective:

    To assess the efficacy of excision of nasal dermoids through a closed rhinoplasty incision. This is the first description of the use of this approach for excision of superficial nasal dermoids.

    Methods:

    Three boys aged five, nine and 12 years presented with midline nasal dermoids with minimal cutaneous involvement. Magnetic resonance imaging demonstrated distinct, cystic, superficial nasal masses. The cysts were excised through a closed rhinoplasty approach. In each case, completeness of extirpation was judged by histopathological examination of the excised specimen. Aesthetic outcome was recorded photographically.

    Results:

    All three patients' cysts were completely excised, with excellent cosmetic results.

    Conclusions:

    The closed rhinoplasty incision is another approach in the surgeon's armamentarium for excision of small, superficial nasal dermoid cysts. In well selected cases, this approach gives optimal cosmetic results, provides adequate exposure with minimal dissection, and allows total extirpation.