Cartilage Scales Embedded in Fibrin Gel

Kovacevic M, Riedel F, Wurm J, Bran GM (2017)

Publication Type: Journal article

Publication year: 2017

Journal

Facial Plastic Surgery Thieme Publishing / Georg Thieme Verlag

Book Volume: 33

Pages Range: 225-232

Journal Issue: 2

DOI: 10.1055/s-0037-1598184

Abstract

Multiple techniques have been described for dorsal nasal augmentation in rhinoplasty. In this article, we review common surgical techniques for raising the dorsum or eliminating dorsal irregularities, by highlighting inherent advantages and disadvantages of each method. Within the past few years, the use of diced cartilage grafts has become the workhorse in this field of interest. To overcome drawbacks of methods based on diced cartilage, we present a new concept for autologous augmentation, using regenerative medicine protocols. A mix of cartilage scales with cartilage pâté was embedded in platelet-rich fibrin (PRF). Since December 2015, a total of 48 patients were treated with this technique. Based on our preliminary results, cartilage scales in PRF appear to be a promising and reliable alternative to existing procedures for dorsal nasal augmentation.

Authors with CRIS profile

Jochen Wurm Medizinische Fakultät

Additional Organisation(s)

Department of Otorhinolaryngology – Head and Neck Surgery

Involved external institutions

Praxis Am Hanse-Viertel DE Germany (DE) HNO-Zentrum Rhein-Neckar DE Germany (DE)

How to cite

APA:

Kovacevic, M., Riedel, F., Wurm, J., & Bran, G.M. (2017). Cartilage Scales Embedded in Fibrin Gel. Facial Plastic Surgery, 33(2), 225-232. https://dx.doi.org/10.1055/s-0037-1598184

MLA:

Kovacevic, Milos, et al. "Cartilage Scales Embedded in Fibrin Gel." Facial Plastic Surgery 33.2 (2017): 225-232.

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