[Faults in operations as the nasal spine and the anterior parts of the septum (author's transl)].

The nasal spine and the anterior part of the septal cartilage are problematic parts for surgery. Technical faults in this region have not only poor functional results, they are also followed by dropping of the nasal tip and by unfavourable changes of the profile line of the face. This article shows some typical faults and their effects on the exterior picture of the nose. The principles for the reconstruction of the spine and the anterior septum are demonstrated.