The use of the prepuce for reconstruction of an intraoral burn

Intraoral and commissural burns present a complex challenge for the reconst ructive surgeon, with contractures being the main sequela encountered. Vari ous reconstructive techniques have been described, none of which offers an ideal solution. A case of a severe intraoral contracture due to a caustic b urn, and the modality of treatment is described. Once the contractures were released, a full-thickness preputial graft was used to cover the resultant buccal mucosal defect, with a satisfactory result. Due to its unique prope rties, the prepuce should be included as an additional tool in the reconstr uctive surgeon's armamentarium.