Correction of 3-D septal L deformity can be successfully performed by constructing 2-D L struts by making a full-thickness incision of the angle area and then overlapping the segments. This approach is especially beneficial in those having a septal extension graft that need a perfectly straight caudal septum upon which to fix the extension graft.

We postulate that definition of discordant growth in twin gestations should be categorized with respect to gestational week since the level of discordance prejudicing fetal or neonatal jeopardy may vary in different stages of pregnancy.

Unilateral or asymmetric bilateral batten grafts facilitate adjustment of the nasal tip intraoperatively. This technique results in a more pliable nasal tip in the horizontal plane. Construction of a three-layered cartilage in the nasal valve area is not needed, and the nasal airway is preserved. With this modification, a reliable and predictable nasal tip location is obtained with a minimum of graft usage.

This technique should be considered whenever the height of the lateral wall is shorter than desired after centralization of a deviated nose. Reconstruction of the shorter wall by adding height with a stepped spreader graft results in a more stable dorsum that resists relapse. Dorsal esthetic lines can also be reconstructed at the same time.

Background: This research was conducted to compare the physical and physiological parameters of elite basketball players according to their playing positions and to contribute to the literature. Methods: Eighteen elite basketball players who regularly train and compete in the national team participated in the research voluntarily. Participants were grouped as guard, forward and center according to the pitch positions. Vertical jump and sprint tests were used to evaluate the anaerobic performance of the participants. The Yo-Yo intermittent recovery test was applied to evaluate the aerobic performances. In addition, hemogram analyzes of the blood samples of the participants were made and hematocrit and hemoglobin parameters related to aerobic performance were examined. Kruskal Wallis-H and Mann Whitney U tests were used for statistical analyses. Results: The analyzes show that the guards had higher vertical jump, yo-yo and VO2max averages compared to the centers, and a significantly lower 30 m running average. It was determined that the forward players had higher anaerobic power than the guards, and yo-yo running and VO2max averages were significantly higher than the center players. Conclusion: In conclusion, it is thought that the difference between guard, forward and center players who voluntarily participated in the study is due to the physical characteristics of the basketball players and the different training programs applied to the players playing in different positions. Keywords: Basketball Player, Playing Position, Physical Characteristics, Physiological Characteristics