Microsurgical replantation of the amputated nose

After studying this article, the participant should be able to: 1, Determine which patients are suitable candidates for nasal replantation, 2, Appreciate the difficulty and challenge that is required to replant specialized facial structures, 3, Realize that the replantation of specialized facial structures may result in extensive blood loss. 4, Formulate an educated decision regarding the decision to replant an amputated nose versus the possible risk of blood transfusion and transmission of blood-borne diseases.