What Researchers Did
Researchers studied 34 patients who received an implant-retained nasal prosthesis to reconstruct large nasal defects after surgery.
What They Found
Out of 111 implants placed, the overall success rate was 89% (99/111). Success was 94% for patients who did not receive radiotherapy and 86% for those who did. Factors like smoking, radiotherapy, and hyperbaric oxygen use influenced implant success.
Canadian Relevance
No direct Canadian connection identified.
Study Limitations
This study reports on the experience of a single center with a specific technique, and is not a randomized controlled trial.