Etymed
rhinoplasty
Definition
surgical reconstruction or reshaping of the nose
Clinical context
A 22-year-old patient presents with a deviated septum and nasal obstruction following a sports injury. The patient reports difficulty breathing through the nose and cosmetic concerns about the nasal appearance. After discussing options, the patient undergoes rhinoplasty to correct both functional and aesthetic issues.
Mnemonic
Rhinoplasty = Rhin/o (nose) + plasty (reconstruction) - think 'nose reconstruction' for both form and function