Does a ct scan show what is left of septum following rhinoplasty?

Question

Hi, I need a revision rhino. I had a ct scan done after my primary due to severe headaches and sinus issues. Now I'm wondering if there will be enough septal cartilage for revision grafts? I wonder if the ct scan would be of use to any revision surgeons in planning the surgery for harvesting the septal cartilage?

William Portuese, MD · Answer

A CAT scan of this sinuses/ septum will help determine how much cartilage left inside the septum along with physical examination of the internal portion of the nose. An experienced revision rhinoplasty surgeon can take a Q-tip  and touch the septum to determine how much cartilage is left over. In any event, be prepared to harvest cartilage from your ear if needed. For many examples and more information, please see the link below to our rhinoplasty photo Gallery

Suzanne Kim Doud Galli, MD, PhD, FACS · Answer

A CT scan can give some structural information however, in most protocols the cuts through the nose and cartilaginous septum are not complete. Therefore, your surgeon needs to palate and assess your septum with physical examination.

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