Question
Which of the following statements is false regarding the nasal deformity shown in the image:
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Mostly of traumatic origin
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Can also be due to birth injuries
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Known as saddle nose
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Requires Septorhinoplasty
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Show Answer
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Correct Answer � C
Explanation
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Ans: C – Known as saddle nose
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In the given image, the midline of the dorsum of the nose from the frontonasal angle to the tip is curved in a C- or S-shaped manner which is known as crooked nose deformity.
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In Deviated nose – Midline is straight but deviated to one side.
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Usually, these deformities are traumatic in origin.
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Injuries sustained during birth, neonatal period or childhood, but they are not immediately recognized will also develop into these deformities with the growth of the nose.
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Deviated/crooked nose can be corrected by Rhinoplasty or septorhinoplasty.
