Nasal Dorsum Skin Expansion for Reconstruction of Saddle Nose Due to Gunshot Injury: A Case Report

Abstract

Saddle nose deformity due to gunshot injury is a challenging problem for the maxillofacial surgeon. Because of the severe damage to the soft and bony tissues, the reconstructive options are very limited. In the present case report, a saddle nose deformity sustained from gunshot injury was reconstructed with a porous polyethylene nasal implant after a successful expansion of the nasal dorsum skin. Healing was uneventful at two-year follow-up, with superior patient satisfaction. Nasal dorsum skin expansion should be considered as an option in the reconstruction of moderately sized soft tissue deficits of the nose.