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Facial Plast Surg 2017; 33(01): 020-026
DOI: 10.1055/s-0036-1597948
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Using Grafts and Granulation to Improve Nasal Repair

Paul J. Gruber
1   Department of Dermatology, Saint Louis University School of Medicine Ringgold Standard Institution, Saint Louis, Missouri
,
Scott Walen
2   Department of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery, Saint Louis University Ringgold Standard Institution, Saint Louis, Missouri
,
Sean T. Massa
3   Department of Otolaryngology, Saint Louis University School of Medicine Ringgold Standard Institution, Saint Louis, Missouri
,
Ian A. Maher
1   Department of Dermatology, Saint Louis University School of Medicine Ringgold Standard Institution, Saint Louis, Missouri
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22 February 2017 (online)

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Abstract

Skin grafts offer a dynamic repair option for nasal defects of appropriate size, depth, and location. Granulation and grafting can successfully be used as stand-alone reconstructive options or in conjunction with flap repair. This article reviews suitable indications for graft and granulation use in nasal repair to achieve optimum functional and esthetic outcomes.

Keywords

nasal - reconstruction - granulation - graft - flap
 

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