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Nasal Unit Transplantation: A Cadaveric Anatomical Feasibility Study.

Amir H Dorafshar1, Gerhard S Mundinger1, Brent Robinson2

  • 1Department of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, Johns Hopkins Hospital, Baltimore, Maryland.

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Isolated nasal unit transplantation (NUT) is technically feasible using the facial artery and vein. However, optimal perfusion for contralateral nasal reconstruction may necessitate bilateral vascular pedicle anastomoses.

Area of Science:

  • Plastic Surgery
  • Transplantation Surgery
  • Anatomy

Background:

  • Vascularized composite allotransplantation has advanced significantly.
  • Transplantation of facial units, like the nose, is becoming increasingly possible.
  • Technical feasibility of isolated nasal unit transplantation (NUT) has not been previously studied.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To explore the anatomical and technical aspects of isolated nasal unit transplantation (NUT).
  • To assess the viability of using the facial artery and vein as pedicles for NUT.

Main Methods:

  • Dissection of bilateral vascular pedicles in four fresh cadaver heads.
  • Cannulation and injection of the facial artery with dye or lead oxide mixture to assess perfusion.
  • Evaluation of vascular anatomy and anastomoses.

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Main Results:

  • The facial artery and vein are adequate pedicles for NUT.
  • Consistent anastomoses between the facial vein and superior transverse orbital arcade were observed.
  • Unilateral arterial inflow may be insufficient for contralateral nasal unit perfusion.

Conclusions:

  • Isolated nasal unit transplantation (NUT) is technically feasible.
  • Angiosome evaluation suggests bilateral pedicle anastomoses may be necessary for optimal perfusion.
  • Further research is needed to confirm perfusion dynamics.