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The versatile V-Y flap for facial reconstruction
Michael Omidi1, Mark S Granick
1Department of Surgery, Division of Plastic Surgery, New Jersey Medical School-UMDNJ, Newark, NJ 07103, USA.
Summary
Facial skin cancer surgery often leaves defects. V-Y flaps offer a versatile and effective surgical technique for reconstructing these defects across all facial zones, ensuring successful outcomes.
Area of Science:
- Plastic Surgery
- Dermatologic Surgery
Background:
- Surgical excision is the primary treatment for facial skin cancer.
- Defects resulting from excision require effective management.
- The V-Y flap is a valuable reconstructive tool for facial defects.
Purpose of the Study:
- To review the indications for using V-Y flaps.
- To detail the surgical techniques for successful V-Y flap reconstruction.
- To discuss zone-specific variations in facial reconstruction.
Main Methods:
- Literature review.
- Analysis of senior author's extensive surgical experience.
Main Results:
- V-Y flaps are highly versatile and technically straightforward.
- Successful reconstruction of all facial zones is achievable with V-Y flaps.
- Proper flap design and execution are critical for optimal results.
Conclusions:
- V-Y flaps are an extremely versatile and relatively easy reconstructive option.
- Successful facial reconstruction after skin cancer removal is consistently achieved with V-Y flaps when properly designed and executed.