Post-skin cancer alar reconstruction

Facial Plast Surg. 2013 Oct;29(5):351-64. doi: 10.1055/s-0033-1353375. Epub 2013 Sep 13.

Abstract

The ala is a cosmetically and functionally important portion of the nose and its reconstruction represents a surgical challenge. This article reviews the reconstructive options for alar wounds.

MeSH terms

  • Humans
  • Nose / anatomy & histology
  • Nose / surgery*
  • Nose Neoplasms / surgery*
  • Rhinoplasty / methods*
  • Skin Neoplasms / surgery*