Arch Craniofac Surg.  2022 Jun;23(3):95-102. 10.7181/acfs.2022.00689.

Current strategies for aesthetic soft tissue refinement in nasal reconstruction

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  • 1Department of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, Ajou University School of Medicine, Suwon, Korea

Abstract

The challenges of successful nasal reconstruction, which are related to the anatomical complexity of the region, have been extensively studied. Revisional operations are often required to achieve proper nasal reconstruction, with results resembling the premorbid nasal status. This is necessary to ensure the quality of life of skin cancer patients. Fundamental nasal reconstruction requires both proper soft tissue coverage and proper function. However, earlier studies in the field primarily focused on the functional aspect of nose reconstruction, although the cosmetic aspect is also an important factor to consider. In response to this need, many recent studies on nose reconstruction have proposed various refinement strategies to improve aesthetic satisfaction. Most plastic surgeons accept the nasal aesthetic subunit principle as a standard for nasal reconstruction. This review outlines the commonly used surgical refinement options and management strategies for postoperative complications based on the subunit principle. In patients with nasal defects, a proper technical strategy might help minimize revision operations and optimize the long-term results.

Keyword

Nose; Reconstructive surgical procedures; Rhinoplasty; Skin neoplasms; Surgery; Surgical flaps
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