Basal cell carcinoma of the posterior neck, reconstructed with lower trapezius island musculocutaneous flap. Case report in an unusual site of occurrence.

Posterior neck is a rather rare site of occurrence for basal cell carcinoma (BCC). A case of an extensive lesion in that site is presented along with a brief comment on BCC epidemiology. Reconstruction was accomplished using the contralateral lower trapezius musculocutaneous flap, which was first introduced in head and neck reconstruction in 1980. Anatomy, blood supply and versatility of the flap are discussed. In addition, we refer to flap losses related to blood supply as well as the advantages and disadvantages of using the above mentioned flap.

Central effects of AC-1 and TFG-1.

AC-1 and TFG-1 are both herb extracts from Avena Sativa and Trigonella Foenum Graecum respectively. In folk medicine, Trigonella Foenum Graecum is used as appetiser and general tonic as well as for pellagra treatment and for treatment of pulmonary disorders. Avena Sativa is another commonly used appetiser and tonic. In our study we examined the influence of AC-1 and TFG-1 on some of the major functions of the central nervous system. We divided the test animals in three groups and after administering the herb extracts we monitored different pharmacological parameters-Phenamine toxicity and stereotypy, Hexobarbital sleep, elementary conditioned reflexes and antiseizure activity.