Reconstruction of Congenital Arhinia With Stereolithographic Modeling: Case Correlate and Literature Review

Cleft Palate Craniofac J. 2022 Apr;59(4):530-537. doi: 10.1177/10556656211012859. Epub 2021 Jul 22.

Abstract

Complete congenital arhinia is a rare defect of embryogenesis leading to the absence of the external nose and airway. We report our novel multistaged reconstructive approach and literature review. Nasal methyl methacrylate prosthesis was created from a stereolithographic model for use as a temporary prosthesis and tissue expander. Lefort 1 with cannulization was utilized for midface advancement and airway formation. External framework was reconstructed with bilateral conchal bowl cartilage and rib osteocartilagenous grafts. Patient was pleased with the aesthetics and had safe decannulation with the ability to breathe through the nose and airway.

Keywords: craniofacial morphology; facial morphology; nasal morphology; nose; rhinoplasty; surgical technique.

Publication types

  • Review

MeSH terms

  • Congenital Abnormalities
  • Dental Implants*
  • Esthetics, Dental
  • Humans
  • Nose / abnormalities
  • Nose / diagnostic imaging
  • Nose / surgery
  • Rhinoplasty*

Substances

  • Dental Implants

Supplementary concepts

  • Arrhinia