Treatment of noma

: Noma is a disease specific to developing countries. Early antibiotic treatment can stop disease progression. Surviving patients may present disfigurement with functional and cosmetic sequels. The purpose of this report is to describe treatment of active disease and its sequels. Treatment of defects requires reconstructive surgery. Surgical modalities depend on the extent and location of lesions, available technical facilities and surgeon skill. Various flap techniques can be used ranging from simple flaps and autoplasty to complex procedures involving microsurgery.