Paramedian forehead flap

Area of Science:

• Plastic Surgery
• Reconstructive Surgery
• Otolaryngology

Background:

• The paramedian forehead flap (PMFF) is a versatile reconstructive option.
• It possesses a robust vascular supply, making it suitable for complex nasal defects.
• Various techniques exist, including single-stage and multi-stage procedures.

Purpose of the Study:

• To describe the traditional two-stage paramedian forehead flap technique.
• To present a case study of nasal reconstruction using PMFF for posttraumatic deformity.

Main Methods:

• Detailed description of the two-stage paramedian forehead flap procedure.
• Surgical reconstruction of a posttraumatic nasal deformity.

Main Results:

• The paramedian forehead flap was successfully utilized for nasal reconstruction.
• The case demonstrates the efficacy of the two-stage technique in managing complex nasal defects.

Conclusions:

• The two-stage paramedian forehead flap is a well-established and effective method for nasal reconstruction.
• This technique is particularly valuable for large or complex nasal defects, including those resulting from trauma.