Rhinoplasty: A practical guide to functional and aesthetic surgery of the nose

The fast development of more atraumatic and refined operative techniques in the last decade, and the importance of good long-term results and reduced number of failures in nasal surgery, emphasize the need for an up-to-date, step-by-step operative guide. Although there are many good books on the subject of rhinoplasty, there is a lack of practical guides covering surgical anatomy, pre- and postoperative management, and basic techniques for septal-, tip- and osseocartilaginous vault surgery, especially for the less experienced rhinosurgeon. The first edition of Rhinoplasty was published in 1993 and the second edition five years later. The reviews in leading journals were overwhelmingly positive. Any small points of constructive criticism acted as a stimulus to improve the book, and the third edition, nearly twice as big as the first one, shows that fact. It expands and enlarges the canons of nasal surgery elegantly demonstrated in the former editions. In comparison with the second edition, six new chapters have been developed, including expanded and detailed discussions of septoplasty, ethnic rhinoplasty, refinements of the open approach, alar batten grafting and an enlarged section on nasal reconstructive techniques. Computer DVD Furthermore, a most valuable addition to the traditionally nicely illustrated chapters is an interactive DVD (Windows and Mac compatible), developed by the editor in cooperation with the Audiovisual Centre of the University of Amsterdam. Each user can easily order the contents to his or her needs, interests and level. A user-friendly searching system helps to read efficiently. Another important part of the DVD are the elements of live surgery and the instructive and vivid video clips (4 hours in total) of surgical techniques.