Title
Columellar advancement flap for midline nasal defects
UMMS Affiliation
Department of Medicine, Division of Dermatology
Publication Date
2010-2
Document Type
Article
Subjects
Humans; Nose; Nose Diseases; Reconstructive Surgical Procedures; Surgical Flaps
Disciplines
Dermatology | Skin and Connective Tissue Diseases
Abstract
Dermatologic surgeons frequently encounter nasal tip defects after Mohs micrographic surgery. Correction of these defects presents a unique challenge. Slight flaws in design or technique may induce functional and aesthetic penalty. We present the columellar advancement flap, a novel repair option for nasal tip defects. When used appropriately, this technique results in concealed incision lines, preserved nasal symmetry, and optimal color and texture match. Additional advantages include reduction of “columellar sag” and increase of the nasolabial angle, resulting in more aesthetically pleasing nasal appearance.
DOI of Published Version
10.1111/j.1524-4725.2009.01398.x
Source
Love, W. E., Sweeney, S. M., Maloney, M. E. and Bordeaux, J. S. (2010), Columellar Advancement Flap for Midline Nasal Defects. Dermatologic Surgery, 36: 241–244. doi: 10.1111/j.1524-4725.2009.01398.x
Journal/Book/Conference Title
Dermatologic surgery : official publication for American Society for Dermatologic Surgery [et al.]
Related Resources
PubMed ID
20002640
Repository Citation
Love, W. Elliot; Sweeney, Susan M.; Maloney, Mary E.; and Bordeaux, Jeremy S., "Columellar advancement flap for midline nasal defects" (2010). Dermatology Publications and Presentations. 31.
https://escholarship.umassmed.edu/derm_pubs/31