Saddle nose

Saddle Nose

Saddle nose (pronunciation: /ˈsædl noʊz/), also known as Pug Nose or Boxer's Nose, is a medical condition characterized by a noticeable depression or collapse of the nasal bridge. The term "saddle nose" is derived from the resemblance of the affected nose to a saddle, with a dip in the middle where the bridge of the nose should be.

Etymology

The term "saddle nose" is derived from the English words "saddle", referring to a seat for a rider on the back of a horse, and "nose", referring to the protruding part of the face above the mouth. The term is used to describe the appearance of the nose, which resembles a saddle due to the dip or depression in the nasal bridge.

Causes

Saddle nose can be caused by a variety of factors, including trauma to the nose, infection, congenital disorders, or as a result of certain medical conditions such as granulomatosis with polyangiitis (formerly known as Wegener's granulomatosis) or relapsing polychondritis.

Treatment

Treatment for saddle nose typically involves rhinoplasty, a type of plastic surgery, to correct the shape of the nose. This may involve the use of grafts, often taken from the patient's own cartilage or bone, to rebuild the nasal bridge.

Related Terms

• Rhinoplasty
• Septoplasty
• Nasal Septum Deviation
• Nasal Polyps
• Nasal Fracture

External links

• Medical encyclopedia article on Saddle nose
• Wikipedia's article - Saddle nose

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