Abstract
This article describes a one-stage technique to reconstruct up to one-third of the vermilion after full-thickness excision of the lips. It is based on a mucosal elliptically shaped random island flap from the inner lip, combined with a conventional skin flap from the surrounding area. The procedure can be performed under local anesthesia. Healing is achieved in 8 days. The technique has been employed in 9 patients, both on lower and on upper lips and even on different sides of the same lip. The results are aesthetically and functionally good.
Original language | English |
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Pages (from-to) | 135-140 |
Number of pages | 6 |
Journal | Annals of Plastic Surgery |
Volume | 19 |
Issue number | 2 |
Publication status | Published - Aug 1987 |
ASJC Scopus subject areas
- Surgery