Rhinophyma treated by skin graft: a case report

Area of Science:

• Dermatology
• Plastic Surgery

Background:

• Rhinophyma is an advanced stage of rosacea.
• It leads to significant nasal deformity due to sebaceous gland hyperplasia and fibrosis.

Observation:

• A 70-year-old male patient with rhinophyma was treated.
• The treatment involved full-thickness surgical excision of the affected nasal tissue.
• A subsequent skin graft was performed to reconstruct the nasal contour.

Findings:

• The surgical intervention resulted in successful outcomes.
• The patient's nasal deformity was effectively corrected.
• The procedure demonstrated the efficacy of combining excision with skin grafting.

Implications:

• This case highlights the effectiveness of surgical management for rhinophyma.
• Personalized surgical strategies are crucial for optimal patient results.
• Skin grafting is a viable reconstructive option for advanced rhinophyma.