Single stage reconstruction of alar rim defect using auricular composite graft: a case report

ABSTRACT

A case report of reconstruction of a post infective alar rim defect, in a girl of 13 years of age, occurring as a result of septic piercing of the nose, using a composite graft taken from the ear in a single stage is described.

KEYWORDS

Alar defect - Composite graft - Ear - Nose - Reconstruction

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