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Semin Plast Surg 2013; 27(02): 104-109
DOI: 10.1055/s-0033-1351234
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Expanded Uses for the Nasolabial Flap

William M. Weathers
1   Division of Plastic Surgery, Baylor College of Medicine, Houston, Texas
,
Erik M. Wolfswinkel
1   Division of Plastic Surgery, Baylor College of Medicine, Houston, Texas
,
Huy Nguyen
2   Department of Plastic Surgery, University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center, Dallas, Texas
,
James F. Thornton
2   Department of Plastic Surgery, University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center, Dallas, Texas
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14 August 2013 (online)

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Abstract

The nasolabial flap is an excellent choice for use in reconstruction of the nasal alar subunit due to its inherent properties that match skin tone and the convexity of the nose. Often overlooked as an option to use in nasal reconstruction, the nasolabial flap can be very advantageous. Indications for the nasolabial flap can be expanded to include reconstruction of the nasal tip, dorsum, soft triangle, and partial alar defects.

Keywords

nasolabial flap - nasal reconstruction - Mohs surgery
 

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