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Facial Plast Surg 2013; 29(05): 351-364
DOI: 10.1055/s-0033-1353375
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Post-Skin Cancer Alar Reconstruction

Ian Maher
1   Department of Dermatology, Virginia Commonwealth University, Richmond, Virginia
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Jeremy Bordeaux
2   Department of Dermatology, University Hospitals Case Medical Center, Case Western Reserve University School of Medicine, Cleveland, Ohio
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Publication Date:
13 September 2013 (online)

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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.

Keywords

ala - reconstruction - flap - graft
 

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