Abstract

The purpose of this study is to describe a technique for treatment of empty nose syndrome using costal cartilage and insert the graft through an oral approach. This review aims to discuss the proposed pathophysiology of Empty Nose Syndrome (ENS), evaluate the role of validated diagnostic tools in its diagnosis, and review medical and surgical treatment strategies for affected patients. Recent findings suggest that aside from a reduction in nasal turbinate size, impaired trigeminal nerve function may also contribute to the pathophysiology of ENS.

Keywords

Empty nose syndrome, inferior turbinate reconstruction, cartilage costal graft technic.