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Four flaps technique for neoumbilicoplasty.

Young Taek Lee¹, Chan Kwon¹, Seung Chul Rhee¹

¹Department of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, Dongguk University Ilsan Hospital, Dongguk University College of Medicine, Goyang, Korea.

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|May 28, 2015

Summary

Umbilical reconstruction using the novel "four flaps technique" creates a natural-looking neoumbilicus. This method effectively addresses cosmetic and psychological distress from umbilical absence or disfigurement.

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Area of Science:

Plastic Surgery
Reconstructive Surgery

Background:

Umbilical absence or disfigurement causes significant cosmetic and psychological distress.
Existing umbilical reconstruction techniques aim for aesthetic appeal, depth, and natural hooding.

Purpose of the Study:

To present a novel surgical technique for umbilical reconstruction.
To address congenital umbilical absence and post-excision defects.

Main Methods:

Development of the "four flaps technique" for neoumbilicus creation.
Utilizes adjacent tissue by elevating four flaps.

Main Results:

The technique yields a neoumbilicus with adequate depth and pleasing morphology.
Achieves natural-looking superior hooding with minimal scarring.

Keywords:

Abdominal wall Abdominoplasty Umbilicus

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Conclusions:

The "four flaps technique" offers an effective solution for umbilical reconstruction.
Provides a cosmetically superior outcome for patients with umbilical defects.