Evaluation and Management of the External Nasal Valve
Recommended Citation
Donaldson LB, Mason W, and Jones LR. Evaluation and Management of the External Nasal Valve. Otolaryngol Clin North Am 2025.
Document Type
Article
Publication Date
1-3-2025
Publication Title
Otolaryngologic clinics of North America
Abstract
The external nasal valve is the anatomic structure formed by the caudal septum, alar rim, medial crura of the lower lateral cartilage, and nasal sill at the level of the nasal vestibule. Evaluation of external nasal valve dysfunction is dependent upon a thorough history and physical examination. Symptoms and quality of life impact are the main drivers for patients to seek out clinical evaluation. It is paramount that surgeons are familiar with available nonsurgical and surgical options for the management of external nasal valve dysfunction.
PubMed ID
39755472
ePublication
ePub ahead of print
