ISSN:
1435-0130
Keywords:
Key words Ear
;
Chondrocutaneous flap
;
Composite defects
Source:
Springer Online Journal Archives 1860-2000
Topics:
Medicine
Notes:
Abstract A new chrondrocutaneous flap raised from the posterior area was used to reconstruct composite marginal ear defects of two patients. In this technique, a posterior rectangular advancement flap with a cartilage strip was advanced into the defectly horizontal. Two weeks later, the pedicle was divided and the flap was tailored. The donor area was covered with a skin graft. This flap provides both ideal skin cover and support for the cartilaginous framework. It can be transferred without delay and can be used in immediate or secondary reconstructions. It is recommended as an alternative method for the reconstruction of the middle third marginal auricular defects.
Type of Medium:
Electronic Resource
URL:
http://dx.doi.org/10.1007/s002380050035
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