Reconstruction of full thickness lower eyelid defects using a lateral advancement flap with Z-plasty and periosteal strip.
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; 42(2): 166-169, 2023 Apr.
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ABSTRACT
PURPOSE:
To describe a single stage technique of reconstruction of full thickness lower eyelid defects using a lateral advancement flap and Z-plasty combined with a lateral periosteal strip.METHODS:
A retrospective case series of six patients who underwent reconstruction using this technique is presented documenting surgical technique, clinical photographs and postoperative outcomes.RESULTS:
All six patients demonstrated good eyelid position and cosmesis following reconstruction.CONCLUSION:
A lateral advancement flap with Z-plasty combined with a periosteal strip is an effective technique to close lower eyelid defects of up to eighty percent of eyelid width, providing a good structural and aesthetic outcome.Palavras-chave
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Assunto principal:
Procedimentos de Cirurgia Plástica
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Neoplasias Palpebrais
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En
Ano de publicação:
2023
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