Decision Making in Nasal Reconstruction: When to Use the Forehead Flap?

Facial Plast Surg Clin North Am. 2024 May;32(2):211-219. doi: 10.1016/j.fsc.2024.01.002. Epub 2024 Feb 12.ABSTRACTIn this review, the paramedian forehead flap indications and uses are reviewed, specifically examining clinical situations where patient selection is important. In these settings, a preoperative discussion with a patient regarding surgical expectations and goals in the setting of their defect is paramount. The authors review the literature regarding the psychosocial aspects of major nasal reconstruction and review preoperative discussion points that are key to a well-informed patient and improved patient satisfaction through the nasal reconstructive process.PMID:38575279 | DOI:10.1016/j.fsc.2024.01.002

Source: The Medical Clinics of North America - April 4, 2024 Category: General Medicine Authors: Virginia E Drake Jeffrey S Moyer Source Type: research