Propeller flaps in partial ear reconstruction: a case series

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Abstract Background Ear defect reconstruction still remains a surgical challenge today. Proper should result in correction of the deformity with minimum morbidity aim achieving most esthetically pleasing outcome possible. Herein, we present our clinical experience propeller flap external ear defects focus on indications and technique. Methods Fourteen patients underwent surgery at Plastic Surgery Unit between January 2015 October 2019. After identifying perforators handheld Doppler ultrasound, tailor-made was designed for each patient. Following tumor excision, dissection pedicle remaining performed aid loops. Flap in-setting donor site closure were final steps. Results Flaps have survived their entirety almost all (13/14) maintaining optimal color elasticity showing no complications. In one case, superficial distal necrosis observed and, another patient, recurrence took place. Conclusions Propeller flaps offer great advantages when used ensuring excellent esthetic results one-stage Nevertheless, it must be kept mind that good skills are required order to avoid Level evidence: IV, Therapeutic study.

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ژورنال

عنوان ژورنال: European Journal of Plastic Surgery

سال: 2022

ISSN: ['1435-0130', '0930-343X']

DOI: https://doi.org/10.1007/s00238-022-01973-y