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¹Department of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery, University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences, Little Rock, AK, USA.

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Managing bilateral cleft lip nasal deformity remains challenging, with no single surgical technique universally adopted. This review examines various correction methods, highlighting their pros and cons for optimal patient outcomes.

Area of Science:

Plastic Surgery
Craniofacial Surgery
Pediatric Surgery

Background:

Bilateral cleft lip nasal deformity presents complex aesthetic and functional challenges.
Despite advances, a universally accepted surgical technique for correction is lacking.
Ideal techniques balance aesthetic/physiologic factors, technical demands, and patient burden.

Purpose of the Study:

To review current surgical techniques for correcting bilateral cleft lip nasal deformity.
To compare the advantages and disadvantages of various established and novel procedures.
To emphasize specific techniques, including Millard's forked flap and newer nasal tip strategies.

Main Methods:

Literature review of surgical procedures for bilateral cleft lip nasal deformity.

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Analysis of techniques focusing on aesthetic and functional outcomes.

Evaluation of complication rates, technical difficulty, scarring, and impact on growth.

Main Results:

No single technique has achieved widespread consensus.
Millard's forked flap technique is a notable method.
Newer approaches involving nasal tip tissue manipulation, with or without prosthetics, are emerging.

Conclusions:

Surgical correction of bilateral cleft lip nasal deformity requires careful consideration of multiple factors.
A comprehensive approach balancing surgical outcomes with patient well-being is crucial.
Ongoing innovation aims to improve results and patient experience in managing this condition.