A Systematic Review and Overview of Flap Reconstructive Techniques for Nasal Skin Defects.

ABSTRACT: Background: Reconstruction of nasal skin defects can be challenging due to limited skin laxity and underlying cartilage and, therefore, often require a complex repair. The aim of this review is to systematically analyze the literature on nasal skin reconstructions with specific detail to flap reconstructions. Methods: A systematic literature review of nasal skin reconstruction was performed and focused on flap reconstructions. Flap reconstructions were stratified based on defect size, nasal subunit, and reconstruction type. Complication rates (CRs) and patient outcomes were also assessed. Results: A total of 176 articles (11,370 patients) met the inclusion criteria. Of these, 59 articles showed various flap techniques. For defects ≤1.5 cm, every subunit had four to six

SUBMITTER: Veldhuizen IJ 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC10027346 | biostudies-literature | 2021 Dec

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature