Cosmetic rostral nasal reconstruction after nasal planum and premaxilla resection: technique and results in two dogs

Abstract

Objective: To describe a novel reconstructive technique after nasal planum and premaxilla resection.

Study design: Case report.

Animals: Dogs (n=2) with squamous cell carcinoma (SCC) of the nasal planum.

Methods: A 9-year-old neutered female Labrador retriever (dog 1) and an 11-year-old neutered male Golden retriever (dog 2) had resection of the nasal planum and premaxilla for treatment of locally invasive SCC. Reconstruction of a nasal planum facsimile was based on use of the nonhaired pigmented margins of bilateral labial mucocutaneous rotation-advancement flaps.

Results: Reconstruction of the premaxilla by construction of a nasal planum facsimile resulted in uncomplicated wound healing and improved cosmesis. There was no tumor recurrence at 1290 (dog 1) and 210 (dog 2) days after surgery.

Conclusion: Reconstruction of a nasal planum facsimile was successfully performed without complications in 2 dogs with high owner satisfaction with cosmetic appearance.

Clinical relevance: This technique represents a significant advancement in surgical cosmetic outcome, may potentially reduce postoperative complications, and should be considered for dogs requiring nasal reconstruction after nasal planum resection with premaxillectomy.