Lateral rhinotomy

ABSTRACT

The term lateral rhinotomy literally means, to make an openings in the lateral wall of nose. The versatility of the approach can be appreciated by the fact that by simple modifications a variety of procedures can be performed on the nasal cavity, paranasal sinuses and nasopharynx Lateral rhinotomy is an approach and not an operation. It gives very good exposeure of nasal cavity and access to paranasal sinuses and nasopharynx The incision can be modified and extended to the need. We recommend that the lower end of the incision should be brought just below the mid point of vestibule and extended into the nose or upto the columella and upper lip after opening of the lateral wall of nose and confirming the extent of the disease as required