Nasal ala V-Y island flap with a superior vascular pedicle based on inferior perforators of the superior alar artery.

For small defects of the anterior nasal ala, a V-Y pedicle advancement flap within the subunit is a useful repair option. Here we propose a modification of this technique, utilising careful dissection to identify inferior perforators of the superior alar artery. Basing this flap on a visualised vascular pedicle aims to prevent common complications of internal mucosal buckling and free margin notching, by allowing more extensive dissection without compromising the vascularity of the flap.

Curettage and colour-A technique for defining tumour depth on the ear in the Mohs and non-Mohs setting.

For tumours of the ear that are suspected to involve auricular cartilage, precise definition of the extent of involved deep margin can be difficult. As large resections of cartilage can be cosmetically disfiguring with limited repair options, we propose a simple and effective technique to facilitate a targeted deep margin resection using a curette and a surgical marking pen.

Efficacy of secondary intention healing for scalp defects-Case series from a single institution.

Background/objectives: As surgical techniques evolve, there remains underutilisation of secondary intention healing as a valid reconstruction option. This is largely due to concerns regarding inferiority of wound cosmesis, increased downtime with wound healing and infection risk (Dermatol Surg. 2020; 46(12): 1492-97).

Perineural invasion present exclusively in central tissue blocks of Mohs surgical excisions of basal cell carcinoma.

Perineural invasion (PNI) may be present in basal cell carcinomas (BCC) treated with Mohs micrographic surgery. This single-centre, non-randomised, prospective study demonstrates the potential for PNI to exist exclusively within the central tissue blocks of Mohs specimens.

Glove imprint templating: A versatile tool in skin graft surgery and more.

Measurement of the shape and size of skin lesions is an important component of skin excision and repair, especially in full-thickness skin grafting. Current templating methods can be time-consuming and may lead to inaccurate sizing of both full-thickness and split-thickness skin grafts. A novel, accurate, and time-efficient method has been employed for 10 years in a dermatology clinic, in addition demonstrating utility in additional applications.

Cold air analgesia in photodynamic therapy of basal cell carcinomas and Bowen's disease: an effective addition to treatment: a pilot study.

Background: There is considerable interpatient variability in pain tolerance during and after treatment of skin cancer with photodynamic therapy (PDT). Additionally, erythema and edema are common, with mild crusting and healing over 1 to 2 weeks.

Objective: To determine whether concurrent cold air analgesia improves the tolerability of PDT.