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Angular artery perforator-based transposition flap for the reconstruction of midface defect
Sang Wha Kim1, Youn Hwan Kim, Jeong Tae Kim
1Department of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, College of Medicine, The Catholic University of Korea, Seoul, Korea.
International Journal of Dermatology
|October 17, 2012
Summary
This study introduces an angular artery perforator-based transposition flap for reconstructing midface defects. This technique offers a simple, fast, and effective solution for achieving good aesthetic and functional outcomes.
Area of Science:
- Plastic Surgery
- Reconstructive Surgery
- Craniofacial Surgery
Background:
- Midface defects commonly result from trauma, neoplasms, or infections.
- Reconstruction requires minimizing tension and distortion while matching skin color and texture.
- Current techniques aim for optimal functional and aesthetic restoration.
