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Dragonfly Flap: Ethmoidal- and Sphenopalatine-Based Technique for Repair of Large Septal Perforation
Isam Alobid1,2, Yury Rusetsky3, Sergey Ilinskiy4
1Rhinology and Skull Base Unit, Department of Otorhinolaryngology, Hospital Clínic, IDIBAPS, CIBERES, Universitat de Barcelona, Barcelona, Spain.
Abstract:
The dragonfly flap is a novel endoscopic technique for the repair of large nasal septal perforations using a bilaterally extended mucosal flap based on the ethmoidal arteries, with optional sphenopalatine arterial support. Its wing-like configuration provides broad, well-vascularized mucosal coverage that allows tension-free closure of large or unsupported septal defects. Early clinical results demonstrate high closure rates with significant symptomatic improvement and minimal morbidity.

