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Acquired stenosis of the anterior nares can often be a refractory problem. A z-plasty utilizing a cheek flap was used to obtain a one-stage opening of the stenosed nostril in three cases. The procedure obviates the need for prolonged stenting and leaves only an unobtrusive scar.
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Davis W. E., Boyd J. H., (1990) Z-plasty. Otolaryngologic clinics of North America, 23: 875–887.
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Tandon, D.A. Opening the stenosed nostrill: How I do it. Indian J Otolaryngol Head Neck Surg 53, 21–22 (2001). https://doi.org/10.1007/BF02910973
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DOI: https://doi.org/10.1007/BF02910973