Functional and aesthetic results of the Z-shaped and straight lower lip-splitting incision: a randomized clinical trial.
Sci Rep
; 14(1): 18699, 2024 08 12.
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| ID: mdl-39134573
ABSTRACT
The lip-splitting approach enables excellent access to all areas of the mouth and pharynx to remove tumors; however, traditional lower lip-splitting incisions produce an unsatisfactory scar. To achieve better functional and aesthetic results, we used a Z-shaped incision and compared the functional and aesthetic outcomes of the straight and Z-shaped incisions. Sixty patients who fulfilled the inclusion criteria were randomly divided into two groups and underwent lip-splitting between March 2021 and September 2023. Eventually, 77 patients were reviewed within 6 months and evaluated using the lip function assessment scale, patient and observer scar assessment scale, naïve observer scar assessment scale, and a clinical examination. The Z-shaped incision group performed better in terms of the lip pout movement at 3 months and in the subjective overall opinion, color, irregularity, and pigmentation at 6 months. The Z-shaped incision group had a lower incidence of notched vermilion. In conclusion, Z-shaped lower lip-splitting incisions have better functional and aesthetic outcomes than traditional straight incisions.Trial registration Public title Difference between the effect of Z-shaped and vertical incisions of labiobuccal flap on the recovery of lower lip scars. Registration date 09/03/2021. Registration number ChiCTR2100044084. Registry URL http//www.chictr.org.cn .
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MEDLINE
Assunto principal:
Cicatriz
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Estética
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Lábio
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Adult
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Aged
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Female
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Humans
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Male
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Middle aged
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En
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Sci Rep
Ano de publicação:
2024
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Article
País de afiliação:
China