Use of the "spiral" flap for closure of small defects of the nasal ala.
BACKGROUND
Multiple wound closure options exist for cutaneous defects of the nasal ala. The best option depends on the depth, size, and location of the defect.


OBJECTIVE
To demonstrate a modification of the traditional rotation flap for closure of small alar defects.


METHODS
The design and execution of the "spiral" flap for closure of a representative defect are described.


RESULTS
Immediate and delayed postoperative views demonstrate expected outcome.


CONCLUSIONS
The spiral flap modification of the rotation flap is a simple and elegant closure option for small nasal alar defects.
Humphreys
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Department of Dermatology, Division of Cutaneous Surgery, Thomas Jefferson University, Philadelphia, PA 19107, USA. tatyana.humphreys@mail.tju.edu
D006801:Humans; D015580:Mohs Surgery / Q000534:rehabilitation*; D009666:Nose / Q000601:surgery*; D009669:Nose Neoplasms / Q000601:surgery*; D012878:Skin Neoplasms / Q000601:surgery*; D013524:Surgical Flaps