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The bilateral dog-ear transposition flap.

A J Arnold, R G Bennett

    The Journal of Dermatologic Surgery and Oncology
    |July 1, 1990
    PubMed
    Summary
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    A novel surgical technique effectively closes circular skin defects by utilizing created dog-ear tissue. This method avoids tension and tissue sacrifice, resulting in a short, cosmetically pleasing scar.

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    Area of Science:

    • Surgical technique
    • Dermatology
    • Plastic surgery

    Background:

    • Circular defects pose challenges for primary closure due to tension.
    • Traditional methods may require tissue sacrifice or result in unfavorable scars.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To present an original technique for closing circular defects without undue tension.
    • To describe a method that fully utilizes created dog-ear tissue.
    • To achieve a cosmetically acceptable scar without sacrificing normal tissue.

    Main Methods:

    • Creation of dog-ear tissue flaps.
    • Full utilization of these flaps for defect closure.
    • Assessment of scar length and cosmetic outcome.

    Main Results:

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    • Successful closure of circular defects previously unsuited for primary closure.
    • No sacrifice of healthy tissue was required.
    • Resulted in a short and cosmetically acceptable scar.

    Conclusions:

    • The presented technique offers an effective solution for closing circular defects.
    • This method minimizes tension and preserves tissue.
    • It yields favorable cosmetic results, making it a valuable addition to surgical practice.