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Reconstruction of the umbilicus using a reverse fan-shaped flap
Ryuji Masuda1, Akira Takeda, Takayuki Sugimoto
1Department of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, Kitasato University School of Medicine, Sagamihara, Kanagawa, Japan. kprs@kitasato-u.ac.jp
Aesthetic Plastic Surgery
|December 24, 2003
Summary
Reconstructing absent umbilical cords involves creating a natural appearance with minimal scarring. A reverse fan-shaped flap technique offers a simple, safe, and effective solution for permanent umbilical reconstruction without complications.
Area of Science:
- Plastic and reconstructive surgery
- Pediatric surgery
Background:
- Umbilical absence can occur due to congenital conditions or complications from neonatal abdominal wall surgeries.
- Restoring a natural-looking umbilicus is crucial for aesthetic and psychological well-being.
Observation:
- This study details two cases of umbilical reconstruction in patients who lost their umbilicus during neonatal abdominal surgery.
- The reverse fan-shaped flap technique was employed for reconstruction in both pediatric cases.
Findings:
- The reverse fan-shaped flap technique is a simple and safe method for umbilical reconstruction.
- This approach successfully created a permanent umbilical depth and ring in both cases.
- No complications were reported following the surgical intervention.
Implications:
- This technique provides a reliable option for surgeons dealing with umbilical absence in pediatric patients.
- It highlights a method to achieve satisfactory aesthetic outcomes with minimal scarring.
- Further studies could explore long-term outcomes and patient satisfaction with this reconstructive approach.