Full thickness advancement flap to reconstruct large helical rim

Helical Rim Reconstruction: Antia-Buch Flap

DESCRIPTION A 67-year-old male patient presented with basal cell carcinoma of the superior helix of the left ear. He underwent Mohs surgery with complete tumor excision resulting in an approximately 2.5 cm open wound with exposed cartilage. The defect was reconstructed with an Antia-Buch chondrocutaneous advancement flap.

The arterial blood supply of the helical rim and the earlobe-based advancement flap (ELBAF): a new strategy for reconstructions of helical rim defects.

BACKGROUND Several techniques are currently available for reconstruction of helical rim defects including Antia and Buch's technique. Some of these techniques produce unsatisfying aesthetic results or are time consuming or technically challenging. Herein, we present the earlobe-based advancement flap (ELBAF) technique and its anatomical basis for reconstruction of helical rim defects. METHODS...

Reliability of the helical advancement flap for auricular reconstruction.

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Reconstruction of a full thickness nasal alar defect following resection of a BCC with a vascularised chondrocutaneous helical rim flap: a case report

Background Nasal reconstruction presents a challenge for plastic surgeons due to the prominent location and complex structure of the nose. When reconstructing full-thickness nasal defects, options to replace the inner lining, cartilaginous framework and outer skin must be considered. The aesthetic units of the nose must also be replaced in full rather than simply filling holes. This report pres...

Post Auricular Flaps in Helical Rim Defect

Flap advancement: practical techniques to attain tension-free primary closure.

BACKGROUND Primary and tension-free closure of a flap is often required after particular surgical procedures (e.g., guided bone regeneration). Other times, flap advancement may be desired for situations such as root coverage. METHODS The literature was searched for articles that addressed techniques, limitations, and complications associated with flap advancement. These articles were used as ...