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Coblation of rhinophyma.

J Laryngol Otol. 2011 Jul;125(7):724-8

Authors: Timms M, Roper A, Patrick C

Abstract
INTRODUCTION: Rhinophyma is a disfiguring hypertrophy of the skin of the tip of the nose.
OBJECTIVE: To assess the new technique of coblation of rhinophyma.
STUDY DESIGN: Case series of six patients.
RESULTS: All patients had a good cosmetic result. Comparison with existing techniques showed advantages due to the lower tissue temperature involved.
CONCLUSION: Coblation of rhinophyma is an effective treatment with few side effects.

PMID: 21524328 [PubMed - indexed for MEDLINE]

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