The approach to nasal reconstruction is based on the nature of the defect and the donor tissue. The Rintala flap, first described by Rintala and Asko-Slejavaara, is a surgical technique used to close midline nasal defects. It is a simple, one-stage procedure and is most effective for defects ranging from 1.
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Mohs micrographic surgery is a specialized form of skin cancer surgery in which the Mohs surgeon acts as both surgeon and pathologist. The procedure is characterized by its histopathologic margin control and ability to spare tissue, particularly in cosmetically sensitive locations. Mohs surgery is known for both limiting the size of the final defect and its high cure rate.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFEpidermolysis bullosa (EB) is a rare inherited disease that causes epidermal fragility, blistering, and erosions. EB results from a variety of mutations in proteins of the skin and mucous membranes of the body. Mutations in plectin a protein involved in hemidesmosome integrity and function, are associated with subtypes of EB, including EB with pyloric atresia and EB with muscular dystrophy.
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