Single centre review of the use of costal cartilage for reconstruction of the nasal dorsum

ConclusionsDespite the availability of alternative cartilage sources and the risk of cartilage warping, autogenous costal cartilage is still the ideal cartilage source for complex nasal reconstruction. It is readily available, durable and versatile. Several recent studies have reported alterations in surgical technique to reduce warping. This will subsequently reduce rates of revision surgery and ensure this versatile cartilage source continues to be utilised by surgeons in future.Level of Evidence: Level IV, therapeutic study
Source: European Journal of Plastic Surgery - Category: Cosmetic Surgery Source Type: research