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Columellar lengthening using the interdigitation of triangular flaps.

Kyung Suck Koh1, Jae Jin Ock

  • 1Department of Plastic Surgery, Asan Medical Center, University of Ulsan, College of Medicine, Seoul, Korea. kskoh@amc.seoul.kr

Aesthetic Plastic Surgery
|May 23, 2002
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This study presents a novel surgical technique for lengthening the columella in patients with bilateral cleft lip nose deformities. The method utilizes interdigitated triangular flaps to achieve improved aesthetic outcomes and nasal symmetry.

Area of Science:

  • Plastic Surgery
  • Craniofacial Surgery
  • Aesthetic Surgery

Background:

  • Short columella is a common and noticeable deformity in bilateral cleft lip nose cases.
  • Existing surgical methods for columellar lengthening may have limitations.
  • Addressing this deformity is crucial for functional and aesthetic rehabilitation.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To describe and evaluate a new surgical technique for columellar lengthening.
  • To demonstrate the efficacy of interdigitated triangular flaps in correcting short columella.
  • To achieve favorable aesthetic results in patients with bilateral cleft lip nose deformities.

Main Methods:

  • A surgical technique involving interdigitation of triangular flaps within the upper lip tissue.
  • Columellar elongation achieved through advancement of nostril tissue and flap interdigitation.

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  • No excision of the triangular flaps, promoting a pyramidal columellar base.

    • Main Results:

    • The technique resulted in good aesthetic outcomes.
    • Interdigitated flaps created a pyramidal columellar base.
    • Medial direction of alar bases and narrowing of nostril sills were observed.

    Conclusions:

    • The described method offers a viable option for columellar lengthening.
    • This technique is particularly suitable for patients with adequate nostril sill tissue.
    • The procedure shows promise for improving nasal aesthetics in cleft lip patients.