Złamanie nosa
Patofizjologia i mechanizm

Złamanie nosa stanowi najczęstsze złamanie kości twarzy, odpowiadając za 40-50% wszystkich złamań twarzoczaszki, co wynika z jego eksponowanej pozycji i delikatnej struktury anatomicznej. Mechanizmy urazu obejmują uderzenia czołowe, boczne oraz z dołu ku górze, które determinują charakterystyczny wzorzec złamania obejmujący zarówno kości nosowe, jak i chrząstki. Epidemiologicznie najczęstszą przyczyną są urazy interpersonalne (36,3%), wypadki komunikacyjne (20,8%) oraz urazy sportowe (15,3%). Złamania klasyfikuje się na zamknięte (93%) i otwarte (38%), a także na typy 1-3 w zależności od złożoności i obecności przemieszczenia, co wpływa na wybór leczenia – zachowawczego lub chirurgicznego. Szczególnie istotne jest szybkie rozpoznanie i leczenie krwiaka przegrody nosowej, który może prowadzić do martwicy chrząstki i deformacji siodełkowatej nosa.

Patogeneza złamania nosa

Złamanie nosa (złamanie kości nosowej) stanowi najczęstsze złamanie kości twarzy, odpowiadając za 40-50% wszystkich złamań w obrębie twarzoczaszki. Podatność nosa na złamania wynika z jego eksponowanej pozycji na twarzy oraz delikatnej struktury anatomicznej.123 Kości nosowe są najczęściej łamanymi kośćmi ludzkiego ciała, co ma związek z ich słabą odpornością na urazy mechaniczne.45

Mechanizm powstania złamania

Kierunek i siła uderzenia determinują charakterystyczny wzorzec złamania nosa.6 Złamania kości nosowej mogą obejmować zarówno struktury kostne, jak i chrzęstne. Nos zbudowany jest z rusztowania kostnego i chrzęstnego, które są podatne na złamania podczas urazów.78 Można wyróżnić kilka typowych mechanizmów urazu:

  • Uderzenie czołowe (frontalne) – powoduje uszkodzenia od prostego złamania kości nosowych po całkowite spłaszczenie nosa. Siła działa wówczas od przodu, powodując wgłobienie grzbietu nosa i teleskopowe przemieszczenie złamanych kości do tyłu.910
  • Uderzenie boczne (lateralne) – może spowodować wgniecenie jednej kości nosowej, a przy większej sile – przemieszczenie obu kości. Może powodować poważne przemieszczenie przegrody nosowej, co prowadzi do skręcenia lub wygięcia nosa. Fragmenty przegrody mogą ulec zablokowaniu, utrudniając późniejszą repozycję.11
  • Uderzenie z dołu ku górze – rzadko występuje, ale może powodować poważne złamania przegrody i przemieszczenie chrząstki czworokątnej.12

Czynniki ryzyka i etiologia

Złamania nosa najczęściej powstają w wyniku urazu twarzoczaszki. Badania epidemiologiczne wskazują na kilka głównych przyczyn złamań nosa:131415

  • Przemoc interpersonalna (bójki, pobicia) – stanowi najczęstszą przyczynę złamań nosa u dorosłych (około 36,3%)1617
  • Wypadki komunikacyjne (około 20,8%)18
  • Urazy sportowe (około 15,3%), w tym sporty kontaktowe – koszykówka (25%), baseball (17,1%), softball (9,8%), piłka nożna (7,4%), futbol amerykański (7%)19
  • Upadki (około 13,4%)20
  • Uderzenie w nieruchomy obiekt (np. drzwi, ścianę)2122

Analiza demograficzna wskazuje, że około 75% pacjentów zgłaszających się do szpitalnych oddziałów ratunkowych z powodu złamania nosa to mężczyźni, ze średnią wieku 45,6 lat.23 U dzieci złamania nosa występują rzadziej niż u dorosłych, co związane jest z większą elastycznością i mniejszą kruchością niedojrzałych kości. Jednakże złamania nosa u dzieci częściej prowadzą do długotrwałych deformacji lub problemów z oddychaniem ze względu na niezakończony wzrost kości i chrząstek nosowych.24

Klasyfikacja złamań nosa

Złamania nosa można klasyfikować według różnych kryteriów, co pomaga w określeniu odpowiedniego postępowania terapeutycznego.25

Pod względem typu złamania

  • Złamania zamknięte – stanowią około 93% wszystkich złamań nosa, gdzie skóra nad złamaniem pozostaje nienaruszona26
  • Złamania otwarte – stanowią około 38% przypadków, gdzie dochodzi do przerwania ciągłości skóry nad złamaniem, co może prowadzić do odsłonięcia kości27

Pod względem stopnia zaawansowania

  • Złamania typu 1 (minor) – obejmują tylko nos, bez towarzyszących złamań innych struktur twarzoczaszki28
  • Złamania typu 2 i 3 – złamania bardziej złożone, często wymagające pilnej interwencji chirurgicznej29

Pod względem przemieszczenia

  • Złamania bez przemieszczenia – kość pęka częściowo lub całkowicie, ale utrzymuje prawidłowe ustawienie. Zwykle nie wymagają leczenia chirurgicznego, stosuje się leczenie zachowawcze.30
  • Złamania z przemieszczeniem – kość łamie się na dwie lub więcej części, co prowadzi do przemieszczenia i utraty prawidłowego ustawienia anatomicznego. Tego typu złamania często wymagają repozycji zamkniętej.31

Patofizjologia złamań nosa

Złamanie nosa wpływa na złożoną anatomię nosa i może prowadzić do różnorodnych zaburzeń funkcjonalnych i strukturalnych.32

Anatomiczne aspekty złamania

Nos składa się z części kostnej (kości nosowe, wyrostki czołowe szczęki, przegroda nosowa kostna) oraz części chrzęstnej (chrząstki skrzydłowe, chrząstka przegrody nosowej, chrząstki boczne). Złamanie może dotyczyć jednej lub obu kości nosowych, przegrody nosowej lub struktur chrzęstnych.3334

Wzór złamania zależy od miejsca przyłożenia siły, jej kierunku i natężenia:35

  • Złamania czołowe – powodują teleskopowe przemieszczenie kości do tyłu
  • Złamania boczne – mogą prowadzić do asymetrycznego zapadnięcia kości nosowych
  • Złamania przegrody nosowej – mogą powodować jej skrzywienie i zaburzenia drożności nosa

Naczyniowe i neurologiczne implikacje

Urazy nosa często prowadzą do krwawienia z nosa z powodu bogatego unaczynienia tej okolicy.3637 Krwawienie może pochodzić z:

  • Splotu Kiesselbacha (splotu Little’a) – znajdującego się w przednio-dolnej części przegrody nosowej38
  • Tętnicy sitowej przedniej – której przerwanie może powodować intensywne, trudne do opanowania krwawienie39

W niektórych przypadkach złamanie nosa może prowadzić do uszkodzenia połączenia nosowo-czołowego, co skutkuje wyciekiem płynu mózgowo-rdzeniowego (rhinorrhea). Jest to poważne powikłanie, które wymaga natychmiastowej interwencji ze względu na ryzyko zapalenia opon mózgowo-rdzeniowych.4041

Mechanizm powstawania krwiaka przegrody nosowej

Krwiak przegrody nosowej (septal hematoma) stanowi jedno z najpoważniejszych bezpośrednich powikłań złamania nosa.4243 Powstaje on w wyniku następującego mechanizmu:

  1. Siły ścinające podczas urazu powodują oddzielenie ochrzęstnej od chrząstki przegrody nosowej44
  2. Naczynia podśluzówkowo-ochrzęstnowe ulegają rozerwaniu45
  3. Krew gromadzi się w przestrzeni między chrząstką a ochrzęstną46
  4. Powstaje obrzękowa, bolesna opuchlizna przegrody nosowej, która może blokować jeden lub oba przewody nosowe4748

Krwiak przegrody nosowej wymaga natychmiastowego leczenia, ponieważ chrząstka przegrody nosowej otrzymuje składniki odżywcze z ochrzęstnej. Niedrenaowany krwiak może prowadzić do:49

  • Martwicy awaskularnej chrząstki przegrody nosowej
  • Zwiększonej podatności na infekcje i tworzenie ropni
  • Perforacji przegrody nosowej
  • Deformacji siodełkowatej nosa (saddle nose deformity) w wyniku osłabienia podpory chrzęstnej nosa5051

Powikłania patofizjologiczne złamań nosa

Skrzywienie przegrody nosowej

Złamanie nosa często prowadzi do skrzywienia przegrody nosowej (deviated septum), co powoduje zwężenie światła przewodów nosowych. Skrzywienie przegrody nosowej może być bezpośrednim wynikiem urazu lub następstwem nieprawidłowego gojenia.5253 Patofizjologiczne konsekwencje skrzywionej przegrody nosowej obejmują:

  • Zaburzenia przepływu powietrza przez nos
  • Uczucie niedrożności nosa
  • Przewlekłe zapalenie zatok przynosowych
  • Zaburzenia fazy nosowej cyklu nosowo-zatokowego54

Zrośnięcie w nieprawidłowej pozycji

Jeśli złamanie nosa nie zostanie odpowiednio leczone w ciągu 14 dni od urazu, kości zrastają się w nieprawidłowej pozycji (malunion), co powoduje trwałe zniekształcenie nosa.5556 Proces ten przebiega następująco:

  1. W ciągu pierwszych 3-5 dni po urazie występuje znaczny obrzęk, który utrudnia ocenę stopnia przemieszczenia57
  2. W okresie 5-14 dni od urazu złamane fragmenty są jeszcze podatne na repozycję58
  3. Po upływie 14 dni kości ulegają stabilizacji w pozycji pourazowej5960
  4. Późniejsze próby repozycji wymagają osteotomii w celu ponownej mobilizacji kości61

Zaburzenia drogi oddechowej

Złamania nosa często prowadzą do zaburzenia przepływu powietrza przez nos, co może mieć długotrwałe konsekwencje dla funkcjonowania całego układu oddechowego:6263

  • Zaburzenia zastawki nosowej – uszkodzenie struktur podporowych nosa może prowadzić do zapaść zastawki nosowej
  • Przerost małżowin nosowych – małżowiny nosowe mogą ulec trwałemu obrzękowi i zachować zwiększone rozmiary nawet po wygojeniu urazu, powodując niedrożność nosa64
  • Zaburzenia drenażu zatok przynosowych – nieprawidłowa struktura nosa może zaburzać normalny drenaż zatok, prowadząc do gromadzenia się śluzu i częstych infekcji zatok (zapalenie zatok przynosowych)65

Powikłania kosmetyczne i funkcjonalne

Nieleczone lub nieprawidłowo leczone złamania nosa mogą prowadzić do trwałych deformacji i zaburzeń funkcjonalnych:6667

  • Deformacja siodełkowata nosa – zapadnięcie grzbietu nosa w wyniku martwicy chrząstki przegrody nosowej68
  • Asymetria nosa – skrzywienie zewnętrzne nosa prowadzące do zaburzenia harmonii twarzy69
  • Zaburzenia węchu – uszkodzenie struktur odpowiedzialnych za węch70
  • Trudności w noszeniu okularów z powodu zmiany kształtu nosa71

Złamania nosa, choć często postrzegane jako mniej poważne urazy, mogą prowadzić do istotnych zaburzeń funkcjonalnych i kosmetycznych. Ich patogeneza jest złożona i obejmuje mechanizmy bezpośrednich uszkodzeń tkanek, ale także wtórne powikłania związane z zaburzeniami ukrwienia i procesem gojenia. Zrozumienie mechanizmów powstawania złamań nosa oraz ich powikłań jest kluczowe dla właściwego postępowania terapeutycznego i zapobiegania długotrwałym konsekwencjom zdrowotnym.7273

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Materiały źródłowe

  • #1 Nasal Fracture Reduction – StatPearls – NCBI Bookshelf
    https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/books/NBK538299/
    Nasal bone fractures represent the most common facial bone fractures, accounting for 40 to 50 percent of cases. […] This activity describes the pathophysiology of nasal fractures and highlights the role of the interprofessional team in the management of those injuries. […] Nasal fractures are most typically associated with physical altercations, falls, sports injuries, and motor vehicle accidents. […] Bony nasal trauma may present as an isolated injury or occur in combination with other soft tissue and bony facial injuries. […] Although isolated nasal fractures are the most common facial fractures, they may be associated with fractures of the zygomatic-orbital-maxillary complex and fractures of the skull base; the astute clinician will bear this fact in mind when assessing a patient.
  • #2 Fractures of the Nose – Injuries and Poisoning – Merck Manual Consumer Version
    https://www.merckmanuals.com/home/injuries-and-poisoning/facial-injuries/fractures-of-the-nose
    The bones of the nose are broken more often than any other facial bone. […] When nasal bones break, the mucous membrane lining the nose can tear, resulting in a nosebleed. Commonly, the bridge of the nose is pushed to one side. Sometimes the cartilage of the nasal septum (the rubbery tissue that divides the nasal cavity into two) can be pushed to one side. If blood collects under the membrane that lines the cartilage of the nasal septum (called septal hematoma), the cartilage may die. The dead cartilage may disintegrate, causing the bridge of the nose to sag in the middle (called saddle nose deformity). […] Sometimes when a nose is broken, the bones that join the nose to the skull are damaged. This damage allows the fluid that surrounds the brain and spinal cord (cerebrospinal fluid) to leak out. This damage can also allow bacteria from the nose to enter the space around the brain and spinal cord and cause a serious infection (meningitis).
  • #3 Management of Acute Nasal Fractures | AAFP
    https://www.aafp.org/pubs/afp/issues/2004/1001/p1315.html
    In cases of facial trauma, nasal fractures account for approximately 40 percent of bone injuries. […] Nasal fractures may occur in isolation or in association with other facial injuries. […] The relative ease by which epistaxis can occur with minor trauma is explained by the dense and redundant vascular network that supplies the nose. […] Understanding the mechanism of trauma is helpful to the physician in determining the extent of the injury. […] A direct frontal blow can depress the dorsum of the nose, causing the fractured bones to telescope posteriorly. […] A septal hematoma is a blood-filled cavity between the cartilage and the supporting perichondrium. If left untreated, these pockets of blood easily become infected. […] The goal of closed reduction is to realign cartilaginous and bony structures to their locations before the injury to decrease discomfort and maximize airway patency. […] A septal hematoma may have a disastrous outcome. Therefore, the treating physician should consult with an otolaryngologist or plastic surgeon when feasible.
  • #4 Nasal Fracture Reduction – StatPearls – NCBI Bookshelf
    https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/books/NBK538299/
    Clear rhinorrhoea following nasal trauma should raise suspicion for a CSF leak. […] The nasal bones are the most commonly fractured in the human body. […] In most uncomplicated cases, closed reduction under local and topical anesthesia or general anesthesia will produce a satisfactory return to pre-traumatic nasal function and appearance. […] Timing is a critical consideration when addressing these fractures due to the tendency of the bone fragments to fixate in their posttraumatic locations if left in place for more than 10 to 14 days and because of the difficulty associated with closed reduction in the edematous nose if attempted before 3-5 days have passed since the injury. […] Open septorhinoplasty may be required to alleviate a persistent nasal deformity or nasal obstruction in the event of a failure of closed reduction.
  • #5 Broken Nose (Fractured Nose): Symptoms and Treatments
    https://www.verywellhealth.com/broken-nose-8702951
    A broken nose, also known as a nasal bone fracture, can cause swelling, bruising, and pain. A nasal fracture occurs when bones or cartilage in the nose crack or break during sports, accidents, or physical altercations. Blunt trauma accounts for 9 out of 10 broken noses. […] The nasal bone is one of the most frequently broken bones in the human body. Nasal fractures account for over 50% of all facial fractures in adults. […] Blunt force trauma causes about 90% of all broken noses. […] A 2017 study on the reason for nasal bone fractures ranked the most common causes of a broken nose for adults and children. […] In adults, the most common nasal bone fracture causes are: Fights (36.3%), Traffic accidents (20.8%), Sports (15.3%), Falls (13.4%). […] A 2021 study of nasal bone fractures during team sports found that about 1 in 4 broken noses happen while playing basketball, followed by baseball (17.1%), softball (9.8%), soccer (7.4%), and football (7%).
  • #6 Nasal and Septal Fractures: Practice Essentials, Epidemiology, Etiology
    https://emedicine.medscape.com/article/878595-overview
    The direction of force to the nose during injury determines the pattern of the fracture. […] Frontal force causes damage ranging from simple fracture of the nasal bones to flattening of the entire nose. […] Lateral force may depress only one nasal bone; however, with sufficient force, both bones may be displaced. Lateral force can cause severe septal displacement, which can twist or buckle the nose. Septal fragments may interlock, creating further difficulty in reduction. […] Superior-directed force (from below) rarely occurs. It may cause severe septal fractures and dislocation of the quadrangular cartilage.
  • #7 Nasal Fracture Reduction – StatPearls – NCBI Bookshelf
    https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/books/NBK538299/
    The nose is made up of bony and cartilaginous frameworks. […] Both the cartilage and the bone of the external nasal skeleton are susceptible to fracture. […] Trauma to the nose may cause anterior septal bleeding from Kiesselbach’s plexus, which is an arterial network located on the anteroinferior nasal septum. […] Trauma to the nasal bones can also cause transection of the anterior ethmoidal artery with resultant brisk, heavy intermittent bleeding. […] Nasal fractures can be classified on a scale that stratifies the severity of the injury. […] An isolated nasal bone fracture is usually caused by low-velocity trauma. […] If the nose is fractured by high-velocity trauma, facial fractures are more likely to occur concurrently. […] A thorough history should document the mechanism of the injury as well as the vector in which the force was applied and determine whether there have been any prior nasal traumas or surgeries.
  • #8
    https://med.uth.edu/orl/2010/06/30/nasal-fractures-2/
    A broken nose, or nasal fracture, can significantly alter your appearance. […] Nasal fractures can affect both bone and cartilage. […] A collection of blood (called a septal hematoma) can sometimes form on the nasal septum, a wall made of bone and cartilage inside the nose that separates the sides of the nose. […] If a septal hematoma is present, it must be treated promptly to prevent worse problems from developing in the nose. […] An untreated broken nose can leave you with an undesirable appearance, as well as permanent breathing difficulty. […] The best way to determine that your nose is broken is if it looks very different or is harder to breathe through. […] If your nose is broken so badly that it needs to be repositioned, you have several options. […] This type of surgery is considered reconstructive plastic surgery, as its goal is to restore your appearance to the way it was prior to injury. […] If you have waited several months for the repair, it is often possible to change the appearance of your nose as you desire through combined nasal fracture repair and rhinoplasty procedures.
  • #9 Nasal and Septal Fractures: Practice Essentials, Epidemiology, Etiology
    https://emedicine.medscape.com/article/878595-overview
    The direction of force to the nose during injury determines the pattern of the fracture. […] Frontal force causes damage ranging from simple fracture of the nasal bones to flattening of the entire nose. […] Lateral force may depress only one nasal bone; however, with sufficient force, both bones may be displaced. Lateral force can cause severe septal displacement, which can twist or buckle the nose. Septal fragments may interlock, creating further difficulty in reduction. […] Superior-directed force (from below) rarely occurs. It may cause severe septal fractures and dislocation of the quadrangular cartilage.
  • #10 Management of Acute Nasal Fractures | AAFP
    https://www.aafp.org/pubs/afp/issues/2004/1001/p1315.html
    In cases of facial trauma, nasal fractures account for approximately 40 percent of bone injuries. […] Nasal fractures may occur in isolation or in association with other facial injuries. […] The relative ease by which epistaxis can occur with minor trauma is explained by the dense and redundant vascular network that supplies the nose. […] Understanding the mechanism of trauma is helpful to the physician in determining the extent of the injury. […] A direct frontal blow can depress the dorsum of the nose, causing the fractured bones to telescope posteriorly. […] A septal hematoma is a blood-filled cavity between the cartilage and the supporting perichondrium. If left untreated, these pockets of blood easily become infected. […] The goal of closed reduction is to realign cartilaginous and bony structures to their locations before the injury to decrease discomfort and maximize airway patency. […] A septal hematoma may have a disastrous outcome. Therefore, the treating physician should consult with an otolaryngologist or plastic surgeon when feasible.
  • #11 Nasal and Septal Fractures: Practice Essentials, Epidemiology, Etiology
    https://emedicine.medscape.com/article/878595-overview
    The direction of force to the nose during injury determines the pattern of the fracture. […] Frontal force causes damage ranging from simple fracture of the nasal bones to flattening of the entire nose. […] Lateral force may depress only one nasal bone; however, with sufficient force, both bones may be displaced. Lateral force can cause severe septal displacement, which can twist or buckle the nose. Septal fragments may interlock, creating further difficulty in reduction. […] Superior-directed force (from below) rarely occurs. It may cause severe septal fractures and dislocation of the quadrangular cartilage.
  • #12 Nasal and Septal Fractures: Practice Essentials, Epidemiology, Etiology
    https://emedicine.medscape.com/article/878595-overview
    The direction of force to the nose during injury determines the pattern of the fracture. […] Frontal force causes damage ranging from simple fracture of the nasal bones to flattening of the entire nose. […] Lateral force may depress only one nasal bone; however, with sufficient force, both bones may be displaced. Lateral force can cause severe septal displacement, which can twist or buckle the nose. Septal fragments may interlock, creating further difficulty in reduction. […] Superior-directed force (from below) rarely occurs. It may cause severe septal fractures and dislocation of the quadrangular cartilage.
  • #13 Nasal Fracture Reduction – StatPearls – NCBI Bookshelf
    https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/books/NBK538299/
    Nasal bone fractures represent the most common facial bone fractures, accounting for 40 to 50 percent of cases. […] This activity describes the pathophysiology of nasal fractures and highlights the role of the interprofessional team in the management of those injuries. […] Nasal fractures are most typically associated with physical altercations, falls, sports injuries, and motor vehicle accidents. […] Bony nasal trauma may present as an isolated injury or occur in combination with other soft tissue and bony facial injuries. […] Although isolated nasal fractures are the most common facial fractures, they may be associated with fractures of the zygomatic-orbital-maxillary complex and fractures of the skull base; the astute clinician will bear this fact in mind when assessing a patient.
  • #14 Broken nose – Symptoms & causes – Mayo Clinic
    https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/broken-nose/symptoms-causes/syc-20370439
    A broken nose, also called a nasal fracture, is a break or crack in a bone in your nose often the bone over the bridge of your nose. […] Common causes of a broken nose include contact sports, physical fights, falls and motor vehicle accidents that result in injuries to the face. […] A broken nose can even be caused by walking into a fixed object, such as a door or wall, or by rough, wrestling-type play. […] Complications or injuries related to a broken nose may include: […] A nose fracture may cause a deviated septum. This condition occurs when the thin wall dividing the two sides of your nose (nasal septum) is displaced, narrowing your nasal passage. […] Sometimes, pools of clotted blood form in a broken nose, creating a condition called a septal hematoma. A septal hematoma can block one or both nostrils. […] If your fracture is due to a forceful blow, such as from an automobile accident, you also may experience a cartilage fracture. […] If a blow is strong enough to break your nose, it may also be strong enough to damage the bones in your neck.
  • #15 Broken Nose (Fractured Nose): Symptoms and Treatments
    https://www.verywellhealth.com/broken-nose-8702951
    A broken nose, also known as a nasal bone fracture, can cause swelling, bruising, and pain. A nasal fracture occurs when bones or cartilage in the nose crack or break during sports, accidents, or physical altercations. Blunt trauma accounts for 9 out of 10 broken noses. […] The nasal bone is one of the most frequently broken bones in the human body. Nasal fractures account for over 50% of all facial fractures in adults. […] Blunt force trauma causes about 90% of all broken noses. […] A 2017 study on the reason for nasal bone fractures ranked the most common causes of a broken nose for adults and children. […] In adults, the most common nasal bone fracture causes are: Fights (36.3%), Traffic accidents (20.8%), Sports (15.3%), Falls (13.4%). […] A 2021 study of nasal bone fractures during team sports found that about 1 in 4 broken noses happen while playing basketball, followed by baseball (17.1%), softball (9.8%), soccer (7.4%), and football (7%).
  • #16 Broken Nose (Fractured Nose): Symptoms and Treatments
    https://www.verywellhealth.com/broken-nose-8702951
    A broken nose, also known as a nasal bone fracture, can cause swelling, bruising, and pain. A nasal fracture occurs when bones or cartilage in the nose crack or break during sports, accidents, or physical altercations. Blunt trauma accounts for 9 out of 10 broken noses. […] The nasal bone is one of the most frequently broken bones in the human body. Nasal fractures account for over 50% of all facial fractures in adults. […] Blunt force trauma causes about 90% of all broken noses. […] A 2017 study on the reason for nasal bone fractures ranked the most common causes of a broken nose for adults and children. […] In adults, the most common nasal bone fracture causes are: Fights (36.3%), Traffic accidents (20.8%), Sports (15.3%), Falls (13.4%). […] A 2021 study of nasal bone fractures during team sports found that about 1 in 4 broken noses happen while playing basketball, followed by baseball (17.1%), softball (9.8%), soccer (7.4%), and football (7%).
  • #17
    https://journals.lww.com/njcp/fulltext/2021/24110/etiology,_pattern,_and_treatment_of_nose.16.aspx
    Determining the etiology, epidemiology, pattern, and treatment of nasal bone fractures and the associated soft tissue injuries in a population will be beneficial for the prevention, rapid and correct diagnosis, and adequate management of this pathology in order to minimize postoperative complications. […] The complexity of the cases varies depending on the etiology of the trauma, kinetic energy of the wounding agent, pattern of the fracture lines, involvement of the nasal septum, the number and trajectory of the associated fracture lines, and the presence of concomitant soft tissue injuries. […] The main etiology of nasal bone fractures was interpersonal violence, which mainly affected men, aged 20-39 years, with a low level of education, living in urban areas. […] The most frequent treatment method was close nasal reduction (CNR) + closed septoplasty.
  • #18 Broken Nose (Fractured Nose): Symptoms and Treatments
    https://www.verywellhealth.com/broken-nose-8702951
    A broken nose, also known as a nasal bone fracture, can cause swelling, bruising, and pain. A nasal fracture occurs when bones or cartilage in the nose crack or break during sports, accidents, or physical altercations. Blunt trauma accounts for 9 out of 10 broken noses. […] The nasal bone is one of the most frequently broken bones in the human body. Nasal fractures account for over 50% of all facial fractures in adults. […] Blunt force trauma causes about 90% of all broken noses. […] A 2017 study on the reason for nasal bone fractures ranked the most common causes of a broken nose for adults and children. […] In adults, the most common nasal bone fracture causes are: Fights (36.3%), Traffic accidents (20.8%), Sports (15.3%), Falls (13.4%). […] A 2021 study of nasal bone fractures during team sports found that about 1 in 4 broken noses happen while playing basketball, followed by baseball (17.1%), softball (9.8%), soccer (7.4%), and football (7%).
  • #19 Broken Nose (Fractured Nose): Symptoms and Treatments
    https://www.verywellhealth.com/broken-nose-8702951
    A broken nose, also known as a nasal bone fracture, can cause swelling, bruising, and pain. A nasal fracture occurs when bones or cartilage in the nose crack or break during sports, accidents, or physical altercations. Blunt trauma accounts for 9 out of 10 broken noses. […] The nasal bone is one of the most frequently broken bones in the human body. Nasal fractures account for over 50% of all facial fractures in adults. […] Blunt force trauma causes about 90% of all broken noses. […] A 2017 study on the reason for nasal bone fractures ranked the most common causes of a broken nose for adults and children. […] In adults, the most common nasal bone fracture causes are: Fights (36.3%), Traffic accidents (20.8%), Sports (15.3%), Falls (13.4%). […] A 2021 study of nasal bone fractures during team sports found that about 1 in 4 broken noses happen while playing basketball, followed by baseball (17.1%), softball (9.8%), soccer (7.4%), and football (7%).
  • #20 Broken Nose (Fractured Nose): Symptoms and Treatments
    https://www.verywellhealth.com/broken-nose-8702951
    A broken nose, also known as a nasal bone fracture, can cause swelling, bruising, and pain. A nasal fracture occurs when bones or cartilage in the nose crack or break during sports, accidents, or physical altercations. Blunt trauma accounts for 9 out of 10 broken noses. […] The nasal bone is one of the most frequently broken bones in the human body. Nasal fractures account for over 50% of all facial fractures in adults. […] Blunt force trauma causes about 90% of all broken noses. […] A 2017 study on the reason for nasal bone fractures ranked the most common causes of a broken nose for adults and children. […] In adults, the most common nasal bone fracture causes are: Fights (36.3%), Traffic accidents (20.8%), Sports (15.3%), Falls (13.4%). […] A 2021 study of nasal bone fractures during team sports found that about 1 in 4 broken noses happen while playing basketball, followed by baseball (17.1%), softball (9.8%), soccer (7.4%), and football (7%).
  • #21 Broken nose – Symptoms & causes – Mayo Clinic
    https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/broken-nose/symptoms-causes/syc-20370439
    A broken nose, also called a nasal fracture, is a break or crack in a bone in your nose often the bone over the bridge of your nose. […] Common causes of a broken nose include contact sports, physical fights, falls and motor vehicle accidents that result in injuries to the face. […] A broken nose can even be caused by walking into a fixed object, such as a door or wall, or by rough, wrestling-type play. […] Complications or injuries related to a broken nose may include: […] A nose fracture may cause a deviated septum. This condition occurs when the thin wall dividing the two sides of your nose (nasal septum) is displaced, narrowing your nasal passage. […] Sometimes, pools of clotted blood form in a broken nose, creating a condition called a septal hematoma. A septal hematoma can block one or both nostrils. […] If your fracture is due to a forceful blow, such as from an automobile accident, you also may experience a cartilage fracture. […] If a blow is strong enough to break your nose, it may also be strong enough to damage the bones in your neck.
  • #22 Broken nose – Symptoms & causes – Mayo Clinic
    https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/broken-nose/symptoms-causes/syc-20370439?_escaped_fragment_=&p=1
    A broken nose can even be caused by walking into a fixed object, such as a door or wall, or by rough, wrestling-type play. […] A nose fracture may cause a deviated septum. This condition occurs when the thin wall dividing the two sides of your nose (nasal septum) is displaced, narrowing your nasal passage. […] Sometimes, pools of clotted blood form in a broken nose, creating a condition called a septal hematoma. A septal hematoma can block one or both nostrils. […] If your fracture is due to a forceful blow, such as from an automobile accident, you also may experience a cartilage fracture. […] If a blow is strong enough to break your nose, it may also be strong enough to damage the bones in your neck.
  • #23 Broken Nose (Fractured Nose): Symptoms and Treatments
    https://www.verywellhealth.com/broken-nose-8702951
    A national analysis of risk factors for nasal fractures in the United States found that almost 3 out of 4 people who showed up at the emergency room with a nasal fracture were male (74.8%) with an average age of 45.6 years. […] Broken noses are diagnosed during a physical examination by a healthcare provider who will ask questions about the injury and mechanism of trauma (i.e., basketball, fist, airbag, etc.). […] Anterior rhinoscopy or nasopharyngoscopy may be performed to examine nose cavities and look for signs of a nasal septal hematoma (NSH), deviated septum, or other abnormalities. […] Manual realignment by a healthcare provider is the most common medical treatment for a broken nose. […] Manual realignment, also known as closed reduction, is a nonsurgical procedure that resets nasal bones displaced by a traumatic event using a doctor’s fingers.
  • #24 Broken Nose (Nasal Fractures) | SCENT
    https://sydneycentreent.com.au/ent_conditions/ear-nose-throat-disorders-in-adults/nose/broken-nose-nasal-fractures/
    In general, children tend to be at lower risk of a broken nose than adults because a child’s immature bones are generally less brittle and more flexible. However, a broken nose in a child is more likely to cause long-term deformities or breathing problems because a child’s nasal bones and cartilage have not finished growing. […] Although tenderness and swelling usually subside within one to two weeks, any deformities of the nasal bones or cartilages are permanent unless they are treated by a specialist. […] If your injured nose is deformed or misaligned and you seek emergency treatment, the doctor may attempt to realign your nose immediately. This can be done with or without surgery. […] If there is a bruise or blood clot on your nasal septum (a septal hematoma), the doctor will make a small incision to allow the blood clot to drain. A septal hematoma that is not drained can lead to permanent deformity of the nose.
  • #25 Nasal Fracture Reduction – StatPearls – NCBI Bookshelf
    https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/books/NBK538299/
    The nose is made up of bony and cartilaginous frameworks. […] Both the cartilage and the bone of the external nasal skeleton are susceptible to fracture. […] Trauma to the nose may cause anterior septal bleeding from Kiesselbach’s plexus, which is an arterial network located on the anteroinferior nasal septum. […] Trauma to the nasal bones can also cause transection of the anterior ethmoidal artery with resultant brisk, heavy intermittent bleeding. […] Nasal fractures can be classified on a scale that stratifies the severity of the injury. […] An isolated nasal bone fracture is usually caused by low-velocity trauma. […] If the nose is fractured by high-velocity trauma, facial fractures are more likely to occur concurrently. […] A thorough history should document the mechanism of the injury as well as the vector in which the force was applied and determine whether there have been any prior nasal traumas or surgeries.
  • #26 Broken Nose – Symptoms, Causes, Diagnosis & Treatments – Dr Bashar Bizrah
    https://drbasharbizrah.com/broken-nose-symptoms-causes-diagnosis-treatments/
    A broken nose or nasal fracture refers to the breaking of one or multiple bones of the nose. The nose structure primarily consists of bone, cartilage, and fibrofatty tissues. […] Any deformity or acquired conditions can lead to abnormal structure or fracture of these bones. […] Any direct injury to the face and nose, usually in the form of an accident, can lead to a broken nose. […] Nasal fractures can be closed or open, with or without skin over the nose, leading to bone exposure. […] Blunt trauma was the predominant reason for 90% of these fractures. […] Closed and open fractures accounted for 93% and 38% of the incidence, respectively. […] A thorough physical examination by the medical practitioner is usually the first diagnostic step towards treating a broken nose. […] Septal deviation, septal hematoma, and mucosal tear or laceration are all evaluated for a proper diagnosis.
  • #27 Broken Nose – Symptoms, Causes, Diagnosis & Treatments – Dr Bashar Bizrah
    https://drbasharbizrah.com/broken-nose-symptoms-causes-diagnosis-treatments/
    A broken nose or nasal fracture refers to the breaking of one or multiple bones of the nose. The nose structure primarily consists of bone, cartilage, and fibrofatty tissues. […] Any deformity or acquired conditions can lead to abnormal structure or fracture of these bones. […] Any direct injury to the face and nose, usually in the form of an accident, can lead to a broken nose. […] Nasal fractures can be closed or open, with or without skin over the nose, leading to bone exposure. […] Blunt trauma was the predominant reason for 90% of these fractures. […] Closed and open fractures accounted for 93% and 38% of the incidence, respectively. […] A thorough physical examination by the medical practitioner is usually the first diagnostic step towards treating a broken nose. […] Septal deviation, septal hematoma, and mucosal tear or laceration are all evaluated for a proper diagnosis.
  • #28 Broken Nose – Symptoms, Causes, Diagnosis & Treatments – Dr Bashar Bizrah
    https://drbasharbizrah.com/broken-nose-symptoms-causes-diagnosis-treatments/
    Nasal fractures are said to be minor or type 1 when they involve only the nose. […] Minor nasal displacements or fractures are allowed to heal independently with ice packs and medications as the only treatment option during the broken nose healing process. […] Septal hematoma, if acquired with the fracture, is aspirated or drained at the earliest instance. […] Type 2 and 3 fractures usually require urgent broken nose surgery. […] Septoplasty and Rhinoplasty are the two main surgical methods of treating a broken nose. […] If you’re opting for early treatment, there is a 90% chance that your nose will regain its shape after the fracture. […] An untreated broken nose can lead to septal fractures, deformities, and deviations.
  • #29 Broken Nose – Symptoms, Causes, Diagnosis & Treatments – Dr Bashar Bizrah
    https://drbasharbizrah.com/broken-nose-symptoms-causes-diagnosis-treatments/
    Nasal fractures are said to be minor or type 1 when they involve only the nose. […] Minor nasal displacements or fractures are allowed to heal independently with ice packs and medications as the only treatment option during the broken nose healing process. […] Septal hematoma, if acquired with the fracture, is aspirated or drained at the earliest instance. […] Type 2 and 3 fractures usually require urgent broken nose surgery. […] Septoplasty and Rhinoplasty are the two main surgical methods of treating a broken nose. […] If you’re opting for early treatment, there is a 90% chance that your nose will regain its shape after the fracture. […] An untreated broken nose can lead to septal fractures, deformities, and deviations.
  • #30 Nasal Fractures | Nose, Sinus & Allergies | Conditions & Treatments | Ear, Nose & Throat Services | University Hospitals | Cleveland, OH | University Hospitals
    https://www.uhhospitals.org/services/ear-nose-and-throat-services/conditions-and-treatments/sinus-skull-and-allergy/nasal-fractures
    This type of nasal fracture occurs when the bone is broken into two or more parts, allowing the bones to shift and no longer be properly aligned. This type of nasal fracture can be treated with a surgical procedure called a closed nasal reduction. […] In a non-displaced fracture, the bone cracks either part or all of the way through, but doesnt move and maintains its proper alignment. Nondisplaced fractures are not treated surgically but rather with conservative management techniques that may include pain medication and avoidance of contact or pressure on the nose.
  • #31 Nasal Fractures | Nose, Sinus & Allergies | Conditions & Treatments | Ear, Nose & Throat Services | University Hospitals | Cleveland, OH | University Hospitals
    https://www.uhhospitals.org/services/ear-nose-and-throat-services/conditions-and-treatments/sinus-skull-and-allergy/nasal-fractures
    This type of nasal fracture occurs when the bone is broken into two or more parts, allowing the bones to shift and no longer be properly aligned. This type of nasal fracture can be treated with a surgical procedure called a closed nasal reduction. […] In a non-displaced fracture, the bone cracks either part or all of the way through, but doesnt move and maintains its proper alignment. Nondisplaced fractures are not treated surgically but rather with conservative management techniques that may include pain medication and avoidance of contact or pressure on the nose.
  • #32 Initial evaluation and management of facial trauma in adults – UpToDate
    https://www.uptodate.com/contents/initial-evaluation-and-management-of-facial-trauma-in-adults
    The face is anatomically complex. It includes skin, muscles responsible for both gross motor function (eg, mastication) and subtle facial expression, a complex bony structure, and vital sensory organs. Injuries to the face may compromise the patient’s ability to breathe, see, speak, hear, and eat, and may involve damage to the central nervous system. […] The anterior facial skeleton is composed of the frontal bone, nasal bones, zygomas, maxillary bones, and mandible (figure 1 and figure 2). The sphenoid, ethmoid, lacrimal, vomer, and temporal bones lie deeper within the facial structure, providing support and sites for muscular attachments, including the muscles used for chewing, speaking, and swallowing.
  • #33 Nasal Fracture Reduction – StatPearls – NCBI Bookshelf
    https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/books/NBK538299/
    The nose is made up of bony and cartilaginous frameworks. […] Both the cartilage and the bone of the external nasal skeleton are susceptible to fracture. […] Trauma to the nose may cause anterior septal bleeding from Kiesselbach’s plexus, which is an arterial network located on the anteroinferior nasal septum. […] Trauma to the nasal bones can also cause transection of the anterior ethmoidal artery with resultant brisk, heavy intermittent bleeding. […] Nasal fractures can be classified on a scale that stratifies the severity of the injury. […] An isolated nasal bone fracture is usually caused by low-velocity trauma. […] If the nose is fractured by high-velocity trauma, facial fractures are more likely to occur concurrently. […] A thorough history should document the mechanism of the injury as well as the vector in which the force was applied and determine whether there have been any prior nasal traumas or surgeries.
  • #34 Broken nose – Symptoms & causes – Mayo Clinic
    https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/broken-nose/symptoms-causes/syc-20370439
    A broken nose, also called a nasal fracture, is a break or crack in a bone in your nose often the bone over the bridge of your nose. […] Common causes of a broken nose include contact sports, physical fights, falls and motor vehicle accidents that result in injuries to the face. […] A broken nose can even be caused by walking into a fixed object, such as a door or wall, or by rough, wrestling-type play. […] Complications or injuries related to a broken nose may include: […] A nose fracture may cause a deviated septum. This condition occurs when the thin wall dividing the two sides of your nose (nasal septum) is displaced, narrowing your nasal passage. […] Sometimes, pools of clotted blood form in a broken nose, creating a condition called a septal hematoma. A septal hematoma can block one or both nostrils. […] If your fracture is due to a forceful blow, such as from an automobile accident, you also may experience a cartilage fracture. […] If a blow is strong enough to break your nose, it may also be strong enough to damage the bones in your neck.
  • #35 Nasal and Septal Fractures: Practice Essentials, Epidemiology, Etiology
    https://emedicine.medscape.com/article/878595-overview
    The direction of force to the nose during injury determines the pattern of the fracture. […] Frontal force causes damage ranging from simple fracture of the nasal bones to flattening of the entire nose. […] Lateral force may depress only one nasal bone; however, with sufficient force, both bones may be displaced. Lateral force can cause severe septal displacement, which can twist or buckle the nose. Septal fragments may interlock, creating further difficulty in reduction. […] Superior-directed force (from below) rarely occurs. It may cause severe septal fractures and dislocation of the quadrangular cartilage.
  • #36 Nasal Fracture Reduction – StatPearls – NCBI Bookshelf
    https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/books/NBK538299/
    The nose is made up of bony and cartilaginous frameworks. […] Both the cartilage and the bone of the external nasal skeleton are susceptible to fracture. […] Trauma to the nose may cause anterior septal bleeding from Kiesselbach’s plexus, which is an arterial network located on the anteroinferior nasal septum. […] Trauma to the nasal bones can also cause transection of the anterior ethmoidal artery with resultant brisk, heavy intermittent bleeding. […] Nasal fractures can be classified on a scale that stratifies the severity of the injury. […] An isolated nasal bone fracture is usually caused by low-velocity trauma. […] If the nose is fractured by high-velocity trauma, facial fractures are more likely to occur concurrently. […] A thorough history should document the mechanism of the injury as well as the vector in which the force was applied and determine whether there have been any prior nasal traumas or surgeries.
  • #37 Management of Acute Nasal Fractures | AAFP
    https://www.aafp.org/pubs/afp/issues/2004/1001/p1315.html
    In cases of facial trauma, nasal fractures account for approximately 40 percent of bone injuries. […] Nasal fractures may occur in isolation or in association with other facial injuries. […] The relative ease by which epistaxis can occur with minor trauma is explained by the dense and redundant vascular network that supplies the nose. […] Understanding the mechanism of trauma is helpful to the physician in determining the extent of the injury. […] A direct frontal blow can depress the dorsum of the nose, causing the fractured bones to telescope posteriorly. […] A septal hematoma is a blood-filled cavity between the cartilage and the supporting perichondrium. If left untreated, these pockets of blood easily become infected. […] The goal of closed reduction is to realign cartilaginous and bony structures to their locations before the injury to decrease discomfort and maximize airway patency. […] A septal hematoma may have a disastrous outcome. Therefore, the treating physician should consult with an otolaryngologist or plastic surgeon when feasible.
  • #38 Nasal Fracture Reduction – StatPearls – NCBI Bookshelf
    https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/books/NBK538299/
    The nose is made up of bony and cartilaginous frameworks. […] Both the cartilage and the bone of the external nasal skeleton are susceptible to fracture. […] Trauma to the nose may cause anterior septal bleeding from Kiesselbach’s plexus, which is an arterial network located on the anteroinferior nasal septum. […] Trauma to the nasal bones can also cause transection of the anterior ethmoidal artery with resultant brisk, heavy intermittent bleeding. […] Nasal fractures can be classified on a scale that stratifies the severity of the injury. […] An isolated nasal bone fracture is usually caused by low-velocity trauma. […] If the nose is fractured by high-velocity trauma, facial fractures are more likely to occur concurrently. […] A thorough history should document the mechanism of the injury as well as the vector in which the force was applied and determine whether there have been any prior nasal traumas or surgeries.
  • #39 Nasal Fracture Reduction – StatPearls – NCBI Bookshelf
    https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/books/NBK538299/
    The nose is made up of bony and cartilaginous frameworks. […] Both the cartilage and the bone of the external nasal skeleton are susceptible to fracture. […] Trauma to the nose may cause anterior septal bleeding from Kiesselbach’s plexus, which is an arterial network located on the anteroinferior nasal septum. […] Trauma to the nasal bones can also cause transection of the anterior ethmoidal artery with resultant brisk, heavy intermittent bleeding. […] Nasal fractures can be classified on a scale that stratifies the severity of the injury. […] An isolated nasal bone fracture is usually caused by low-velocity trauma. […] If the nose is fractured by high-velocity trauma, facial fractures are more likely to occur concurrently. […] A thorough history should document the mechanism of the injury as well as the vector in which the force was applied and determine whether there have been any prior nasal traumas or surgeries.
  • #40 Nasal Fracture Reduction – StatPearls – NCBI Bookshelf
    https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/books/NBK538299/
    Clear rhinorrhoea following nasal trauma should raise suspicion for a CSF leak. […] The nasal bones are the most commonly fractured in the human body. […] In most uncomplicated cases, closed reduction under local and topical anesthesia or general anesthesia will produce a satisfactory return to pre-traumatic nasal function and appearance. […] Timing is a critical consideration when addressing these fractures due to the tendency of the bone fragments to fixate in their posttraumatic locations if left in place for more than 10 to 14 days and because of the difficulty associated with closed reduction in the edematous nose if attempted before 3-5 days have passed since the injury. […] Open septorhinoplasty may be required to alleviate a persistent nasal deformity or nasal obstruction in the event of a failure of closed reduction.
  • #41 Fractures of the Nose – Injuries and Poisoning – Merck Manual Consumer Version
    https://www.merckmanuals.com/home/injuries-and-poisoning/facial-injuries/fractures-of-the-nose
    The bones of the nose are broken more often than any other facial bone. […] When nasal bones break, the mucous membrane lining the nose can tear, resulting in a nosebleed. Commonly, the bridge of the nose is pushed to one side. Sometimes the cartilage of the nasal septum (the rubbery tissue that divides the nasal cavity into two) can be pushed to one side. If blood collects under the membrane that lines the cartilage of the nasal septum (called septal hematoma), the cartilage may die. The dead cartilage may disintegrate, causing the bridge of the nose to sag in the middle (called saddle nose deformity). […] Sometimes when a nose is broken, the bones that join the nose to the skull are damaged. This damage allows the fluid that surrounds the brain and spinal cord (cerebrospinal fluid) to leak out. This damage can also allow bacteria from the nose to enter the space around the brain and spinal cord and cause a serious infection (meningitis).
  • #42 Broken nose – Symptoms & causes – Mayo Clinic
    https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/broken-nose/symptoms-causes/syc-20370439
    A broken nose, also called a nasal fracture, is a break or crack in a bone in your nose often the bone over the bridge of your nose. […] Common causes of a broken nose include contact sports, physical fights, falls and motor vehicle accidents that result in injuries to the face. […] A broken nose can even be caused by walking into a fixed object, such as a door or wall, or by rough, wrestling-type play. […] Complications or injuries related to a broken nose may include: […] A nose fracture may cause a deviated septum. This condition occurs when the thin wall dividing the two sides of your nose (nasal septum) is displaced, narrowing your nasal passage. […] Sometimes, pools of clotted blood form in a broken nose, creating a condition called a septal hematoma. A septal hematoma can block one or both nostrils. […] If your fracture is due to a forceful blow, such as from an automobile accident, you also may experience a cartilage fracture. […] If a blow is strong enough to break your nose, it may also be strong enough to damage the bones in your neck.
  • #43 Nasal Fracture Reduction – StatPearls – NCBI Bookshelf
    https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/books/NBK538299/
    Imaging for isolated nasal fractures is rarely needed, and plain films are of dubious value; the diagnosis of a nasal fracture is typically made based on clinical observation alone. […] Reduction of nasal fractures is not always required. […] However, it is worth counseling patients that the wear of spectacles may be affected by a change in nasal shape. […] If swelling interferes with an adequate examination, a reassessment should occur 5 to 7 days later, after the patient has had a chance to apply ice and keep their head elevated. […] Reduction of displaced bone fragments should occur within two weeks of injury, as the nasal bones will heal and fixate; manipulation after this point will be challenging and may require osteotomies to mobilize the bones once more. […] An accumulation of blood underneath the mucoperichondrial layer of the nasal septum normally presents as pain and nasal obstruction with boggy swelling of the septum.
  • #44 Nasal Trauma – TeachMeSurgery
    https://teachmesurgery.com/ent/nose/nasal-trauma/
    Nasal trauma is a common injury and can result in varying amounts of damage to any of the component structures, including the skin, the cartilage, or the bone. […] As a generic approach to any nasal trauma, it is important to establish the mechanism of injury; including impact, force, direction and timing. […] A septal haematoma will develop following trauma, whereby the shearing forces involved result in a separation of overlying perichondrium from the nasal septal cartilage. This causes submucoperichondrial blood vessels to tear and blood to accumulate within this space. […] Septal haematomas if left untreated can result in avascular necrosis of the septal cartilage, as the cartilage ordinarily gets its blood supply from the overlying perichondrium. This leaves the cartilage acutely susceptible to infection and abscess formation.
  • #45 Nasal Trauma – TeachMeSurgery
    https://teachmesurgery.com/ent/nose/nasal-trauma/
    Nasal trauma is a common injury and can result in varying amounts of damage to any of the component structures, including the skin, the cartilage, or the bone. […] As a generic approach to any nasal trauma, it is important to establish the mechanism of injury; including impact, force, direction and timing. […] A septal haematoma will develop following trauma, whereby the shearing forces involved result in a separation of overlying perichondrium from the nasal septal cartilage. This causes submucoperichondrial blood vessels to tear and blood to accumulate within this space. […] Septal haematomas if left untreated can result in avascular necrosis of the septal cartilage, as the cartilage ordinarily gets its blood supply from the overlying perichondrium. This leaves the cartilage acutely susceptible to infection and abscess formation.
  • #46 Nasal Trauma – TeachMeSurgery
    https://teachmesurgery.com/ent/nose/nasal-trauma/
    Nasal trauma is a common injury and can result in varying amounts of damage to any of the component structures, including the skin, the cartilage, or the bone. […] As a generic approach to any nasal trauma, it is important to establish the mechanism of injury; including impact, force, direction and timing. […] A septal haematoma will develop following trauma, whereby the shearing forces involved result in a separation of overlying perichondrium from the nasal septal cartilage. This causes submucoperichondrial blood vessels to tear and blood to accumulate within this space. […] Septal haematomas if left untreated can result in avascular necrosis of the septal cartilage, as the cartilage ordinarily gets its blood supply from the overlying perichondrium. This leaves the cartilage acutely susceptible to infection and abscess formation.
  • #47 Nasal Fracture Reduction – StatPearls – NCBI Bookshelf
    https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/books/NBK538299/
    Imaging for isolated nasal fractures is rarely needed, and plain films are of dubious value; the diagnosis of a nasal fracture is typically made based on clinical observation alone. […] Reduction of nasal fractures is not always required. […] However, it is worth counseling patients that the wear of spectacles may be affected by a change in nasal shape. […] If swelling interferes with an adequate examination, a reassessment should occur 5 to 7 days later, after the patient has had a chance to apply ice and keep their head elevated. […] Reduction of displaced bone fragments should occur within two weeks of injury, as the nasal bones will heal and fixate; manipulation after this point will be challenging and may require osteotomies to mobilize the bones once more. […] An accumulation of blood underneath the mucoperichondrial layer of the nasal septum normally presents as pain and nasal obstruction with boggy swelling of the septum.
  • #48 Broken nose – Symptoms & causes – Mayo Clinic
    https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/broken-nose/symptoms-causes/syc-20370439?_escaped_fragment_=&p=1
    A broken nose can even be caused by walking into a fixed object, such as a door or wall, or by rough, wrestling-type play. […] A nose fracture may cause a deviated septum. This condition occurs when the thin wall dividing the two sides of your nose (nasal septum) is displaced, narrowing your nasal passage. […] Sometimes, pools of clotted blood form in a broken nose, creating a condition called a septal hematoma. A septal hematoma can block one or both nostrils. […] If your fracture is due to a forceful blow, such as from an automobile accident, you also may experience a cartilage fracture. […] If a blow is strong enough to break your nose, it may also be strong enough to damage the bones in your neck.
  • #49 Nasal Trauma – TeachMeSurgery
    https://teachmesurgery.com/ent/nose/nasal-trauma/
    Nasal trauma is a common injury and can result in varying amounts of damage to any of the component structures, including the skin, the cartilage, or the bone. […] As a generic approach to any nasal trauma, it is important to establish the mechanism of injury; including impact, force, direction and timing. […] A septal haematoma will develop following trauma, whereby the shearing forces involved result in a separation of overlying perichondrium from the nasal septal cartilage. This causes submucoperichondrial blood vessels to tear and blood to accumulate within this space. […] Septal haematomas if left untreated can result in avascular necrosis of the septal cartilage, as the cartilage ordinarily gets its blood supply from the overlying perichondrium. This leaves the cartilage acutely susceptible to infection and abscess formation.
  • #50 Nasal Trauma – TeachMeSurgery
    https://teachmesurgery.com/ent/nose/nasal-trauma/
    Avascular necrosis over a longer period of time can also result in septal perforation or a saddle nose deformity due to weakened cartilage support of the nose. […] Nasal bone fractures account for nearly 50% of all facial fractures. […] Once septal haematoma has been ruled out by the initial assessment, patients with suspected nasal fractures can be seen semi-electively in the ENT clinic. […] If indicated, a Manipulation Under Anaesthesia (MUA) of the nasal bones can be performed, either under local anaesthetic or general anaesthetic.
  • #51 Fractures of the Nose – Injuries and Poisoning – Merck Manual Consumer Version
    https://www.merckmanuals.com/home/injuries-and-poisoning/facial-injuries/fractures-of-the-nose
    The bones of the nose are broken more often than any other facial bone. […] When nasal bones break, the mucous membrane lining the nose can tear, resulting in a nosebleed. Commonly, the bridge of the nose is pushed to one side. Sometimes the cartilage of the nasal septum (the rubbery tissue that divides the nasal cavity into two) can be pushed to one side. If blood collects under the membrane that lines the cartilage of the nasal septum (called septal hematoma), the cartilage may die. The dead cartilage may disintegrate, causing the bridge of the nose to sag in the middle (called saddle nose deformity). […] Sometimes when a nose is broken, the bones that join the nose to the skull are damaged. This damage allows the fluid that surrounds the brain and spinal cord (cerebrospinal fluid) to leak out. This damage can also allow bacteria from the nose to enter the space around the brain and spinal cord and cause a serious infection (meningitis).
  • #52 Broken nose – Symptoms & causes – Mayo Clinic
    https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/broken-nose/symptoms-causes/syc-20370439
    A broken nose, also called a nasal fracture, is a break or crack in a bone in your nose often the bone over the bridge of your nose. […] Common causes of a broken nose include contact sports, physical fights, falls and motor vehicle accidents that result in injuries to the face. […] A broken nose can even be caused by walking into a fixed object, such as a door or wall, or by rough, wrestling-type play. […] Complications or injuries related to a broken nose may include: […] A nose fracture may cause a deviated septum. This condition occurs when the thin wall dividing the two sides of your nose (nasal septum) is displaced, narrowing your nasal passage. […] Sometimes, pools of clotted blood form in a broken nose, creating a condition called a septal hematoma. A septal hematoma can block one or both nostrils. […] If your fracture is due to a forceful blow, such as from an automobile accident, you also may experience a cartilage fracture. […] If a blow is strong enough to break your nose, it may also be strong enough to damage the bones in your neck.
  • #53 Broken nose – Symptoms & causes – Mayo Clinic
    https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/broken-nose/symptoms-causes/syc-20370439?_escaped_fragment_=&p=1
    A broken nose can even be caused by walking into a fixed object, such as a door or wall, or by rough, wrestling-type play. […] A nose fracture may cause a deviated septum. This condition occurs when the thin wall dividing the two sides of your nose (nasal septum) is displaced, narrowing your nasal passage. […] Sometimes, pools of clotted blood form in a broken nose, creating a condition called a septal hematoma. A septal hematoma can block one or both nostrils. […] If your fracture is due to a forceful blow, such as from an automobile accident, you also may experience a cartilage fracture. […] If a blow is strong enough to break your nose, it may also be strong enough to damage the bones in your neck.
  • #54 Broken Nose (Nasal Fracture) – Dr. Jonathan Harounian
    https://entnycdoctor.com/conditions/broken-nose-nasal-fracture/
    Misshapen or crooked nose – This can occur from damage to either the bone or cartilage of the nose and results in an abnormal deviation of the outer part of your nose to one side. […] Nasal obstruction – You may feel a reduced ability to pass air via your nose and have a harder time breathing through your nose. […] Deviated septum – The nasal septum is the divider placed in the middle of your nose that separates the right and left nostril and nasal cavity. […] Nasal septal hematoma – Sometimes, forceful injuries to the nose may disrupt the blood vessels supplying your nasal septum and cause them to bleed. […] Leakage of brain fluid – The bones of your nose are connected to the bone of your skull that house your brain. […] This requires urgent medical evaluation because if left undiagnosed and untreated, bacteria may get inside the lining of the brain and lead to an infection known as meningitis.
  • #55 Nasal Fracture Reduction – StatPearls – NCBI Bookshelf
    https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/books/NBK538299/
    Imaging for isolated nasal fractures is rarely needed, and plain films are of dubious value; the diagnosis of a nasal fracture is typically made based on clinical observation alone. […] Reduction of nasal fractures is not always required. […] However, it is worth counseling patients that the wear of spectacles may be affected by a change in nasal shape. […] If swelling interferes with an adequate examination, a reassessment should occur 5 to 7 days later, after the patient has had a chance to apply ice and keep their head elevated. […] Reduction of displaced bone fragments should occur within two weeks of injury, as the nasal bones will heal and fixate; manipulation after this point will be challenging and may require osteotomies to mobilize the bones once more. […] An accumulation of blood underneath the mucoperichondrial layer of the nasal septum normally presents as pain and nasal obstruction with boggy swelling of the septum.
  • #56
    https://journals.lww.com/njcp/fulltext/2021/24110/etiology,_pattern,_and_treatment_of_nose.16.aspx
    The greatest number of postoperative complications occurred secondarily to CNR without septoplasty, the most frequent being malunion. […] Addressing septal nasal fractures immediately is mandatory regardless of the therapeutic method chosen to minimize the development of postoperative complications.
  • #57 Nasal Fracture Reduction – StatPearls – NCBI Bookshelf
    https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/books/NBK538299/
    Imaging for isolated nasal fractures is rarely needed, and plain films are of dubious value; the diagnosis of a nasal fracture is typically made based on clinical observation alone. […] Reduction of nasal fractures is not always required. […] However, it is worth counseling patients that the wear of spectacles may be affected by a change in nasal shape. […] If swelling interferes with an adequate examination, a reassessment should occur 5 to 7 days later, after the patient has had a chance to apply ice and keep their head elevated. […] Reduction of displaced bone fragments should occur within two weeks of injury, as the nasal bones will heal and fixate; manipulation after this point will be challenging and may require osteotomies to mobilize the bones once more. […] An accumulation of blood underneath the mucoperichondrial layer of the nasal septum normally presents as pain and nasal obstruction with boggy swelling of the septum.
  • #58 Nasal Fracture Reduction – StatPearls – NCBI Bookshelf
    https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/books/NBK538299/
    Clear rhinorrhoea following nasal trauma should raise suspicion for a CSF leak. […] The nasal bones are the most commonly fractured in the human body. […] In most uncomplicated cases, closed reduction under local and topical anesthesia or general anesthesia will produce a satisfactory return to pre-traumatic nasal function and appearance. […] Timing is a critical consideration when addressing these fractures due to the tendency of the bone fragments to fixate in their posttraumatic locations if left in place for more than 10 to 14 days and because of the difficulty associated with closed reduction in the edematous nose if attempted before 3-5 days have passed since the injury. […] Open septorhinoplasty may be required to alleviate a persistent nasal deformity or nasal obstruction in the event of a failure of closed reduction.
  • #59 Nasal Fracture Reduction – StatPearls – NCBI Bookshelf
    https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/books/NBK538299/
    Imaging for isolated nasal fractures is rarely needed, and plain films are of dubious value; the diagnosis of a nasal fracture is typically made based on clinical observation alone. […] Reduction of nasal fractures is not always required. […] However, it is worth counseling patients that the wear of spectacles may be affected by a change in nasal shape. […] If swelling interferes with an adequate examination, a reassessment should occur 5 to 7 days later, after the patient has had a chance to apply ice and keep their head elevated. […] Reduction of displaced bone fragments should occur within two weeks of injury, as the nasal bones will heal and fixate; manipulation after this point will be challenging and may require osteotomies to mobilize the bones once more. […] An accumulation of blood underneath the mucoperichondrial layer of the nasal septum normally presents as pain and nasal obstruction with boggy swelling of the septum.
  • #60 Repairing Broken Noses – David Greene, MD Provides Naples, FL
    https://davidgreenemd.com/services-and-procedures/repairing-broken-noses/
    Did you just break your nose? It is very important to have your broken nose repaired within two weeks. After 2 weeks, your nasal bones heal in the wrong position, and can no longer be easily moved into the right position. […] When repaired within the first two weeks or so, even severe nasal fractures can generally be repaired without any incisions whatsoever! […] A timely repair can get your nose looking good again, and breathing well. […] After two weeks, the bones get frozen and scar down in the wrong position. Do not lose hope! Your nose can still be repaired and restored. New, minimally invasive techniques are available to free up your broken nasal bones and restore them to the correct position, and restore your nose to a normal appearance. […] The goal of repairing the nose is to restore both form and function. The repair corrects the nasal fracture, straighten out the nose and make it look normal again. The repair also opens up the nasal airways, to get you breathing well again. For many people, they breathe even better than they did before the nose was broken.
  • #61 Nasal Fracture Reduction – StatPearls – NCBI Bookshelf
    https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/books/NBK538299/
    Imaging for isolated nasal fractures is rarely needed, and plain films are of dubious value; the diagnosis of a nasal fracture is typically made based on clinical observation alone. […] Reduction of nasal fractures is not always required. […] However, it is worth counseling patients that the wear of spectacles may be affected by a change in nasal shape. […] If swelling interferes with an adequate examination, a reassessment should occur 5 to 7 days later, after the patient has had a chance to apply ice and keep their head elevated. […] Reduction of displaced bone fragments should occur within two weeks of injury, as the nasal bones will heal and fixate; manipulation after this point will be challenging and may require osteotomies to mobilize the bones once more. […] An accumulation of blood underneath the mucoperichondrial layer of the nasal septum normally presents as pain and nasal obstruction with boggy swelling of the septum.
  • #62
    https://med.uth.edu/orl/2010/06/30/nasal-fractures-2/
    A broken nose, or nasal fracture, can significantly alter your appearance. […] Nasal fractures can affect both bone and cartilage. […] A collection of blood (called a septal hematoma) can sometimes form on the nasal septum, a wall made of bone and cartilage inside the nose that separates the sides of the nose. […] If a septal hematoma is present, it must be treated promptly to prevent worse problems from developing in the nose. […] An untreated broken nose can leave you with an undesirable appearance, as well as permanent breathing difficulty. […] The best way to determine that your nose is broken is if it looks very different or is harder to breathe through. […] If your nose is broken so badly that it needs to be repositioned, you have several options. […] This type of surgery is considered reconstructive plastic surgery, as its goal is to restore your appearance to the way it was prior to injury. […] If you have waited several months for the repair, it is often possible to change the appearance of your nose as you desire through combined nasal fracture repair and rhinoplasty procedures.
  • #63 Broken Nose Treatment Los Angeles, CA
    https://www.ohninewnose.com/broken-nose-surgery/
    The nasal bones are the most delicate bones of the external facial skeleton. Fractures of the nose can not only result in cosmetic changes, but also lead to functional concerns like chronic nose bleeds, a deviated septum, nasal obstruction, septal perforation, nasal valve collapse, and recurrent sinus infections. […] Typically, a nasal fractures are associated with fracture of the nasal bones resulting in cosmetic and functional changes to the nose. Nasal fractures do not only effect the nasal bones and may cause injury to the nasal cartilage and septum as well. […] Separation or tearing of the nasal cartilages and fracture and deviation of the nasal septum can also cause significant nasal dysfunction (deviated septum, septal hematoma, septal perforation) as well as cosmetic deformity.
  • #64 Broken Nose Treatment Los Angeles, CA
    https://www.ohninewnose.com/broken-nose-surgery/
    Nasal turbinates can also permanently swell and retain their enlarged size well after the initial trauma has healed, causing nasal obstruction. […] A septal hematoma is a potentially dangerous complication after nasal trauma where blood accumulates between the septal cartilage and the lining of the septum causing necroses of the underlying cartilage. […] Untreated septal hematomas may lead to nasal collapse, chronic nasal obstruction, infection and septal perforation. […] Treatment of a nasal fractures is dependent on the extent of the trauma, underlying hidden damage, and degree of nasal deformity.
  • #65 Broken Nose Repair | NYC #1 Best Functional/Cosmetic Surgeon
    https://nycfacedoc.com/procedures/repair-of-nasal-fracture-broken-nose/
    A misaligned nasal structure can disrupt normal sinus drainage, leading to the accumulation of mucus and frequent sinus infections (sinusitis). This can cause symptoms like facial pain, pressure, and chronic nasal congestion. […] Seeking timely broken nose repair can help prevent these complications. Early intervention allows for proper realignment of the nasal bones, correction of any structural issues, and a better aesthetic outcome. If you suspect you have a broken nose, its essential to consult with a healthcare professional or a facial plastic surgeon to determine the best course of treatment and ensure optimal healing.
  • #66 Nasal Fractures – ENT Health
    https://www.enthealth.org/conditions/nasal-fractures/
    A broken nose, or nasal fracture, can significantly alter your appearance. It can also make it much harder to breathe through your nose. […] Nasal fractures can affect both bone and cartilage. A collection of blood (called a septal hematoma) can sometimes form on the nasal septum, a wall made of bone and cartilage inside the nose that separates the sides of the nose. […] If a septal hematoma is present, it must be treated promptly to prevent worse problems from developing in the nose. […] An untreated broken nose can leave you with an undesirable appearance, as well as permanent breathing difficulty. […] This type of surgery is considered reconstructive plastic surgery, as its goal is to restore your appearance to the way it was prior to injury.
  • #67
    https://med.uth.edu/orl/2010/06/30/nasal-fractures-2/
    A broken nose, or nasal fracture, can significantly alter your appearance. […] Nasal fractures can affect both bone and cartilage. […] A collection of blood (called a septal hematoma) can sometimes form on the nasal septum, a wall made of bone and cartilage inside the nose that separates the sides of the nose. […] If a septal hematoma is present, it must be treated promptly to prevent worse problems from developing in the nose. […] An untreated broken nose can leave you with an undesirable appearance, as well as permanent breathing difficulty. […] The best way to determine that your nose is broken is if it looks very different or is harder to breathe through. […] If your nose is broken so badly that it needs to be repositioned, you have several options. […] This type of surgery is considered reconstructive plastic surgery, as its goal is to restore your appearance to the way it was prior to injury. […] If you have waited several months for the repair, it is often possible to change the appearance of your nose as you desire through combined nasal fracture repair and rhinoplasty procedures.
  • #68 Fractures of the Nose – Injuries and Poisoning – Merck Manual Consumer Version
    https://www.merckmanuals.com/home/injuries-and-poisoning/facial-injuries/fractures-of-the-nose
    The bones of the nose are broken more often than any other facial bone. […] When nasal bones break, the mucous membrane lining the nose can tear, resulting in a nosebleed. Commonly, the bridge of the nose is pushed to one side. Sometimes the cartilage of the nasal septum (the rubbery tissue that divides the nasal cavity into two) can be pushed to one side. If blood collects under the membrane that lines the cartilage of the nasal septum (called septal hematoma), the cartilage may die. The dead cartilage may disintegrate, causing the bridge of the nose to sag in the middle (called saddle nose deformity). […] Sometimes when a nose is broken, the bones that join the nose to the skull are damaged. This damage allows the fluid that surrounds the brain and spinal cord (cerebrospinal fluid) to leak out. This damage can also allow bacteria from the nose to enter the space around the brain and spinal cord and cause a serious infection (meningitis).
  • #69 Broken Nose Repair | NYC #1 Best Functional/Cosmetic Surgeon
    https://nycfacedoc.com/procedures/repair-of-nasal-fracture-broken-nose/
    The decision between closed and open reduction depends on several factors, including the type and timing of the fracture, the extent of nasal deformity, and the patients overall health and preferences. A thorough consultation with a qualified facial plastic surgeon or ENT specialist is essential to determine the most appropriate approach for each individual case. […] If a broken nose is left untreated, several complications and long-term issues can arise, affecting both function and appearance. These problems can vary depending on the severity and type of nasal fracture. […] An untreated nasal fracture can cause the nose to heal in a misaligned position, leading to a crooked or asymmetrical appearance. This can significantly impact facial harmony and self-confidence. […] A broken nose can lead to a deviated septum or internal swelling that obstructs airflow through one or both nostrils. This can cause chronic nasal congestion, difficulty breathing, and an increased reliance on mouth breathing.
  • #70 Broken Nose – Symptoms, Causes, Treatments
    https://resources.healthgrades.com/right-care/ear-nose-and-throat/broken-nose
    A broken nose is a fracture in the bone or cartilage of any part of the nose. A broken nose is usually the result of some type of trauma or blow to the face. […] A broken nose is usually accompanied by bleeding, which can be difficult to stop. Failure to identify and promptly drain a pocket of blood (hematoma) that is inside the nasal septum after a broken nose can result in tissue damage and the need for extensive reconstructive surgery. […] A broken nose is almost always caused by some sort of impact to the face. Although your nose is flexible, a strong enough impact can tear the cartilage in your nose or fracture the bones in or around your nose. […] Complications of broken nose include: Change in the shape of your nose, Damage to other nearby structures, such as your eyes, Decrease in or impairment of your sense of smell, Deviated septum, Formation of a blood clot, which may lead to tissue damage, Infections of tissue near your nose.
  • #71 Nasal Fracture Reduction – StatPearls – NCBI Bookshelf
    https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/books/NBK538299/
    Imaging for isolated nasal fractures is rarely needed, and plain films are of dubious value; the diagnosis of a nasal fracture is typically made based on clinical observation alone. […] Reduction of nasal fractures is not always required. […] However, it is worth counseling patients that the wear of spectacles may be affected by a change in nasal shape. […] If swelling interferes with an adequate examination, a reassessment should occur 5 to 7 days later, after the patient has had a chance to apply ice and keep their head elevated. […] Reduction of displaced bone fragments should occur within two weeks of injury, as the nasal bones will heal and fixate; manipulation after this point will be challenging and may require osteotomies to mobilize the bones once more. […] An accumulation of blood underneath the mucoperichondrial layer of the nasal septum normally presents as pain and nasal obstruction with boggy swelling of the septum.
  • #72 Nasal Trauma, Fractures, Deformities, Collapse – Tower Ear, Nose, and Throat (Tower ENT)
    https://towerent.com/nose-and-sinuses/nasal-trauma-fractures-deformities-collapse/
    Projecting prominently from the central part of the face, it is no surprise that the nose is the most commonly broken bone on the head. A broken nose (nasal fracture) can significantly alter your appearance. It can also make it much harder to breathe through the nose. […] Nasal fractures can affect both bone and cartilage. A collection of blood (called a septal hematoma) can sometimes form on the nasal septum (a wall made of bone and cartilage inside the nose that separates the sides of the nose). […] Nasal fractures, or broken noses, result from facial injuries in contact sports or falls. Injuries affecting the teeth and mouth may also affect the nose. […] If left untreated, a broken nose can leave you with an undesirable appearance as well as permanent difficulty in trying to breathe.
  • #73 Nasal Fracture Treatment – Restore Function and Appearance
    https://www.shfacialplastics.com/nose/nasal-fracture/
    The nasal bones are the most commonly fractured bones of the face. Trauma to the nose can result in crooked or depressed nasal bones and cartilage which can block the nasal cavity and affect breathing and may require nose surgery. […] Often times, nasal bone and septal fractures are left untreated or inadequately treated, leading to long-term functional and aesthetic sequelae. Prompt treatment of nasal bone fractures can prevent functional and aesthetic complications. […] Nasal bone and nasal septal fractures can create a twisted, deviated, and collapsed skeletal framework. Form accompanies function in the nose, so often noses that are crooked dont breathe well. Older nasal bone fractures or noses with persistent nasal obstruction after a closed reduction may need to be repaired with a septorhinoplasty. Rhinoplasty techniques may be needed to straighten the skeletal framework and open up the nasal valves to improve breathing.