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Lauren McAllister¹, James F Thornton¹

¹Department of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center, Dallas, Texas.

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Summary

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Facial reconstruction after Mohs surgery requires careful planning. A delayed, staged approach considering patient factors optimizes outcomes for complex facial defects.

Keywords:

BTM late resections patient optimization post-Mohs reconstruction

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Background:

Mohs surgery can result in unpredictable facial defects.
Reconstruction complexity often exceeds initial expectations.
Surgeons must manage patient expectations and the reconstruction process.

Purpose of the Study:

To outline a strategic approach for facial reconstruction after Mohs excision.
To emphasize patient-centered factors influencing reconstructive outcomes.
To highlight the importance of planned, staged reconstructions.

Main Methods:

Review of challenges in post-Mohs facial reconstruction.
Emphasis on pre-operative patient assessment (health literacy, comorbidities).
Discussion of staged reconstruction, temporization, and patient involvement.

Main Results:

Rushed, same-day reconstructions carry higher risks than planned, delayed ones.
Considering patient-specific factors leads to more methodical reconstructions.
Patient desires and understanding are crucial for multistage operations.

Conclusions:

Patient optimization, meticulous surgical planning, and postoperative care are key.
Favorable outcomes are achievable even with unpredictable facial defects.
Delayed, planned reconstruction improves patient safety and satisfaction.