Is rib cartilage placed on the bridge more likely to warp than say a rib cartilage placed near the tip? Or is the likelihood of warping the same and not dependent on where the graft is placed?
February 27, 2015
Answer: Rib cartilage does warp The primary choice for cartilage grafts is nasal cartilage first. If the nose is been depleted of cartilage from previous surgery, ear cartilage is then considered. Only after those 2 sources have been exhausted does one consider a rib graft and then accept the potential complications of warping
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February 27, 2015
Answer: Rib cartilage does warp The primary choice for cartilage grafts is nasal cartilage first. If the nose is been depleted of cartilage from previous surgery, ear cartilage is then considered. Only after those 2 sources have been exhausted does one consider a rib graft and then accept the potential complications of warping
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May 28, 2015
Answer: Rib cartilage and warping Rib cartilage always has a risk to warping. It is very surgeon dependent on how it is carved and placed. Technique can markedly can decrease the chances of this happening. I would recommend seeking a rhinoplasty surgeon who routinely uses rib cartilage in the nose. Best of luck.
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May 28, 2015
Answer: Rib cartilage and warping Rib cartilage always has a risk to warping. It is very surgeon dependent on how it is carved and placed. Technique can markedly can decrease the chances of this happening. I would recommend seeking a rhinoplasty surgeon who routinely uses rib cartilage in the nose. Best of luck.
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