Abstract
Summary The long-term behaviour of 40 cases of homologous L-shaped rib cartilage transplants preserved in merthiolate 1:5,000 and stored at 4° C in the correction of saddle nose deformities are reviewed and analysed. No absorption was observed in 30 cases, moderate in 8 and severe to total in 2. The saddle deformity in both cases of total absorption was due to syphilis. Progressive calcification of the transplant was an interesting and rather constant finding on X-ray examination. There was a positive relationship between degree of calcification and resistance to absorption. The material behaved as an inert implant and with its other known qualities, it continues to be a valuable material for the correction of certain saddle nose deformities.
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