ArticlePlastic and reconstructive surgery. Global open2019
Outcome Study after Nasal Alar/Peri-alar Subunit Reconstruction: Comparing Paramedian Forehead Flap to Nasolabial Flap.
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5 citing papers in PubMed, 1 synthesis or guideline pooled it, 7 citations in OpenAlex.
- Effectiveness of Nasolabial Flap Versus Paramedian Forehead Flap for Nasal Reconstruction: A Systematic Review and Meta-analysis.Aesthetic plastic surgery · 2023Pooled it
- Nasal Alar Subunit Reconstruction: A Review of Data.Laryngoscope investigative otolaryngology · 2026Review
- Nasal Ala Reconstruction Using a 2-stage Nasolabial Flap: Retrospective Analysis of a Refined Technique.Plastic and reconstructive surgery. Global open · 2026Article
- Comparative Study of Frontal and Nasolabial Flaps for Total Alar Subunit Reconstruction.Plastic and reconstructive surgery. Global open · 2026Article
- Paramedian forehead flap reconstruction for skin tumors involving central subunit of face: An analysis of 37 cases.Journal of oral biology and craniofacial researchArticle
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Abstract
objectiveContours of the lower nasal third are unique and present challenges in surgical reconstruction. The nasal alar intricate curved anatomy makes the area easily compromised after Mohs surgery. Managing patient and surgeon expectations with regard to aesthetics and functionality remains the reconstructive goal. The purpose of the study was to compare patients' perspective on aesthetics and functional outcomes of nasal alar reconstruction post Mohs ablative surgery using nasolabial or forehead flaps.
methodsA single surgeon's results of 23 patients, who underwent nasal alar reconstruction post Mohs surgery, were included for analysis (15 forehead and 8 nasolabial flaps). Initially, 103 consecutive patients undergoing nasal reconstruction were reviewed, with 67 excluded due to nonalar subunit involvement and an additional 13 excluded for other discussed reasons. Mean follow-up period was 2.3 years. Evaluation of a patient satisfaction questionnaire assessed aesthetics and functionality and also surgical scar noticeability. Additionally, 3 board-certified plastic surgeons assessed postoperative images.
resultsTwenty-three patients completed the survey. There was no statistically significant difference in gender ratio, follow-up time, or scar noticeability among groups. A difference was noted in both aesthetics and functionality score (
conclusionsThe forehead flap has a better functional and aesthetic outcome and an overall superior level of satisfaction post Mohs ablative surgery.
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