The paramedian forehead flap was first described in India in 700 BC and can be traced
back to the times of Sushruta, known by many as the “Father of Indian Medicine.” Many
years ago, removal of the nose was punishment for a host of different crimes, including
infidelity. Thus, a repair that addressed both functional and aesthetic needs of the
individual was required.
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