Study finds technique for nasal obstruction helps patients breathe easier
Monday, May 19, 2008 - 16:07
in Health & Medicine
Z-plasty, a minimally invasive surgical technique to treat internal nasal valve collapse, showed significant improvement in relieving nasal obstruction with less recovery time compared to more traditional open rhinoplasty, according to a research study by Rush University Medical Center. The study findings are published in the May 21 issue of the Archives of Facial Plastic Surgery.
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