Reconstruction of the Intranasal Lining. Facial Plast Surg 2017 Feb;33(1):67-73
Date
02/23/2017Pubmed ID
28226372DOI
10.1055/s-0036-1597988Scopus ID
2-s2.0-85013654114 (requires institutional sign-in at Scopus site) 13 CitationsAbstract
Reconstruction of full-thickness nasal defects has been the subject of surgical inquiry and innovation for over 2,000 years. The replacement of the internal nasal lining is a critical feature of complex nasal reconstruction. Successful reconstruction can prevent cicatricial contraction, external distortion, and internal stenosis. An array of reconstructive possibilities has been described, including cutaneous, mucosal, and fascial options. The challenge to the reconstructive surgeon is to select the repair that maximizes internal stability, while maintaining a patent nasal airway, minimizing morbidity, and meeting patient expectations. This article reviews the options available for the reconstruction of the intranasal lining.
Author List
Zenga J, Chi JJAuthor
Joseph Zenga MD Assistant Professor in the Otolaryngology department at Medical College of WisconsinMESH terms used to index this publication - Major topics in bold
HumansMouth Mucosa
Nasal Mucosa
Nasal Obstruction
Nasal Septum
Rhinoplasty
Skin Transplantation
Surgical Flaps