Single-stage nasal reconstruction with the islanded forehead flap.
J Plast Reconstr Aesthet Surg
; 73(9): 1692-1699, 2020 Sep.
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ABSTRACT
BACKGROUND AND PURPOSES:
Multi-staged forehead flaps are a well-recognised reconstructive workhorse for subtotal and total nasal defects. It carries the disadvantage of repeated trips to theatre for revisional surgery, which is not suited to all patient cohorts. The single-stage islanded forehead flap eliminates this need. We detail our indications and outcomes of using this flap to highlight the maintained versatility of the technique without significant compromise on reconstructive and patient outcome. SUBJECTS STUDIED ANDMETHODS:
A prospective surgical database was collated where patients were categorised as partial or total reconstruction. We detail surgical technique and review of rationale of patient selection. Patient demographics, perioperative data and follow-up course were recorded. MAINFINDINGS:
A total of 22 patients were recorded from both the U.K. and Ethiopia via working with the charity Facing Africa. Defects occurred from a mixture of trauma, Noma and cancer resections. Thirteen were total nasal reconstructions and nine partial. The mean follow-up period was 2.25 years. We experienced two major complications which required minor revision in the theatre and two minor complications, all resolved satisfactorily.CONCLUSIONS:
We demonstrate good outcomes and safety of the procedure in this first report of a varied cohort of nasal reconstructions in a heterogenous cohort of patients. We advocate the use of this flap in the multi-morbid patient where recovery can be expedited or those who have limitations from economical restraints.Palavras-chave
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Assunto principal:
Rinoplastia
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Retalhos Cirúrgicos
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Testa
Tipo de estudo:
Observational_studies
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Prognostic_studies
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Adolescent
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Adult
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Aged
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Aged80
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Female
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Humans
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Male
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Middle aged
Idioma:
En
Revista:
J Plast Reconstr Aesthet Surg
Ano de publicação:
2020
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Article