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Published on: September 29, 2018
Neck rejuvenation by direct anterior medial cervicoplasty: the modified zigzag-plasty according to Tschopp
A Konstantinow1, T Fischer1, A Zink1
1Department of Dermatology and Allergology, Klinikum rechts der Isar, Technical University Munich, Munich, Germany.
Background:
Conventional cervicofacial rhytidectomy has become the standard treatment of skin excess of the ageing neck. However, some patients want to avoid an extensive surgical procedure, especially if the anterior neck is the predominant problem zone.
Objective:
To report on the efficacy and safety of a zigzag-shaped skin excision combined with platysma plication.
Methods And Materials:
We present a retrospective case review series of six female patients. Skin excess was marked preoperatively using the skin pinching technique, then transferred to a zigzag-shaped area and finally excised using the method according to Tschopp, which is described. Patients were followed up for at least 1 year.
Results:
All patients (age: 55-82 years, median: 65 years) were very satisfied with the results. On an overall patient satisfaction scale of 1-10 (1 being the best), the scars were graded on average 1.85 (median: 2) 1 year after surgery. No scar hypertrophy, functional impairment, nerve damage or other serious complications were observed.
Conclusion:
In selected patients, the direct anterior zigzag-shaped excision poses an effective, safe and easy surgical option for both skin excess and fat excess and platysma banding. The technique is easily reproducible, with low morbidity and high patient satisfaction.
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