Rhinectomy
Rhinectomy
Rhinectomy (pronounced: rhy-nec-to-me) is a surgical procedure involving the partial or complete removal of the nose.
Etymology
The term Rhinectomy is derived from the Greek words "rhino" meaning nose, and "ectomy" meaning removal.
Procedure
Rhinectomy is typically performed to treat nasal cancer or severe nasal trauma. The procedure may involve the removal of the entire nose (total rhinectomy) or only a portion of the nose (partial rhinectomy). The extent of the surgery depends on the severity and location of the disease or injury.
Aftercare
Following a rhinectomy, patients may require reconstructive surgery to restore the appearance and function of the nose. This can involve the use of prosthetics, or the surgical reshaping of remaining tissue.
Related Terms
- Nasal cancer: A type of cancer that occurs in the nose.
- Nasal trauma: An injury to the nose or the areas surrounding the nose.
- Reconstructive surgery: A type of surgery performed to restore the appearance and function of body parts.
- Prosthetics: Artificial devices that replace a missing body part.
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Rhinectomy
- Wikipedia's article - Rhinectomy
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