An alternative method for reconstruction of large intranasal lining defects: the Farina method revisited.
OBJECTIVE
To examine use of the paramedian forehead flap for intranasal lining.


METHODS
The medical records and photographs were reviewed for patients who underwent a nasal reconstruction involving a paramedian forehead flap used for internal lining.


RESULTS
Three patients underwent this procedure. In all patients, the flap provided excellent intranasal lining. External incisions were acceptable in all the patients.


CONCLUSIONS
The paramedian forehead flap may be used for internal lining of large intranasal defects. An external rhinoplasty approach facilitates reconstruction.
Parikh
Sachin
S
Division of Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, Stanford University School of Medicine, Stanford, CA 94305, USA.
Futran
Neal D
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Most
Sam P
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