Nasal Reconstruction: Reconstruction of a Nasal Tip, Columella and Middle Crura Defect After Human Bite with a Turn Down Flap Associated With Conchal Graft and Interpolated Melolabial Flap

• Type: Another Publication in an International Scientific Journal
• Date: 2022

Authors

Almeida, ARR (Author) Other; Horta, RJM (Author) FMUP; de Carvalho, FSM (Author) Other

Journal

Title: Journal of Craniofacial Surgery

ISSN: 1049-2275

Publisher: Wolters Kluwer Health

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Authenticus ID: P-00W-YF1

DOI: 10.1097/scs.0000000000008545

Abstract (EN): Nasal reconstruction is one of the most difficult procedures in plastic surgery due to its complex anatomy and function. A 31-year male was sent to our evaluation after an acquired nasal defect caused by a human bite 2 years before. The defect encompassed the nasal tip, columella, and both middle crura. After a detailed evaluation, the inner lining was reconstructed with a turndown flap of the released scar. In the same operative time, a shaped conchal cartilage graft was anchored to the remnants of both lateral crura and covered with a melolabial interpolated flap. Division, debulking, and final in setting of the flap was done after 5 weeks. Although simple steps were used, a good aesthetic reconstruction was achieved with minimal donor site morbidity. This case proves that a good planning is a cornerstone of a good reconstruction.

Language: English

Type (Professor's evaluation): Scientific

No. of pages: 3