title: Local Cutaneous Flaps in Nasal Reconstruction.
abstract: Facial plastic surgeons use a variety of reconstruction techniques to overcome challenges in restoring the function, structural integrity, and intricate nasal contour in nasal reconstruction. Local cutaneous flaps provide excellent skin texture, thickness, and color match in nasal reconstruction. They offer an excellent cosmetic appearance for small- to medium-sized defects and are preferentially utilized when feasible. This article aims to provide an updated review of local cutaneous flaps for nasal defect repair and describe the major principles related to flap selection.
authors.affiliation: Department of Otolaryngology, University of Kansas Medical Center, Kansas City, Kansas.
authors.forename: Guanning Nina
authors.initials: GN
authors.lastname: Lu
authors.affiliation: Department of Otolaryngology, University of Kansas Medical Center, Kansas City, Kansas.
authors.forename: J David
authors.initials: JD
authors.lastname: Kriet
authors.affiliation: Department of Otolaryngology, University of Kansas Medical Center, Kansas City, Kansas.
authors.forename: Clinton D
authors.initials: CD
authors.lastname: Humphrey
mesh_terms: D062109:Dermatologic Surgical Procedures / Q000379:methods*; D006801:Humans; D015580:Mohs Surgery / Q000009:adverse effects; D009667:Nose Deformities, Acquired / Q000209:etiology / Q000601:surgery*; D009669:Nose Neoplasms / Q000601:surgery*; D012225:Rhinoplasty / Q000379:methods*; D013524:Surgical Flaps