Use of bilateral retroangular flaps for reconstruction of the glabella andnose

Citation
N. Iida et al., Use of bilateral retroangular flaps for reconstruction of the glabella andnose, BR J PL SUR, 54(5), 2001, pp. 451-454
Citations number
6
Categorie Soggetti
Surgery
Journal title
BRITISH JOURNAL OF PLASTIC SURGERY
ISSN journal
00071226 → ACNP
Volume
54
Issue
5
Year of publication
2001
Pages
451 - 454
Database
ISI
SICI code
0007-1226(200107)54:5<451:UOBRFF>2.0.ZU;2-#
Abstract
We report the use of bilateral retroangular flaps for reconstruction of the glabella and nasal tip following extirpation of a cavernous haemangioma. T he vascularity of the flaps was good, and the colour and texture match exce llent. Donor-site closure was easy, and the scar in the nasolabial groove w as not conspicuous. Our experience demonstrates that this flap is useful fo r reconstruction of skin defects of not only the nose but also the glabella and forehead. By raising bilateral flaps, a wide skin defect in the centre of the face can be repaired, (C) 2001 The British Association of Plastic S urgeons.