Nasal Reconstruction Following a Dog Bite.

Area of Science:

• Plastic Surgery
• Reconstructive Surgery
• Otorhinolaryngology

Background:

• Nasal defects, particularly from animal bites, pose reconstructive challenges.
• Aesthetic and functional restoration of the nose is crucial.

Observation:

• A patient presented with a severe nasal defect involving the entire nose tip and surrounding subunits due to a dog bite.
• The defect encompassed multiple nasal aesthetic subunits.

Findings:

• Acute reconstruction was performed using a forehead flap combined with auricular conchal cartilage.
• This represents a rare instance of acute repair for such extensive nasal defects.

Implications:

• Early surgical intervention with specialized techniques can achieve favorable outcomes for complex nasal injuries.
• Highlights the importance of considering advanced reconstructive options for traumatic nasal defects.