Understanding Nasal Bone Fractures and Its Effects on Management: A Prospective Study

Abstract

Objective: To evaluate mode of injury and different management options reliant on types of nasal bone fractures.Study design: Prospective analytical study.Subjects and methods: Seventy-five patients with nasal bone fractured were clinically and radiologically evaluated and divided into different types according to Lee's classification. They were provided conservative, closed reduction and/or osteotomy according to the type of fracture and outcome noted. Results:Lee's classification is found to be valid in real patient scenarios and using good radiological evaluation better post operative outcome can be achieved. For type 1 and 3 fractures, closed reduction and osteotomy are the treatment of choice. Conclusion:We confirm that systematic approach on Lee's classification for nasal bone fracture can be used to select appropriate management strategy.