Redman R D, Olshansky K
Division of Plastic Surgery, Medical College of Virginia, Richmond.
Ann Plast Surg. 1988 Mar;20(3):285-91.
The nasolabial flap has for many years been an excellent choice for reconstruction of the nasal ala following excision of skin cancer or trauma. When done as a single-stage procedure the result can be a nonaesthetic appearing mass. We propose an initial excision with flap inset and a second procedure for debulking and contouring the alar groove to complete reconstruction of the aesthetic unit. Representative cases are presented.
