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Guru Bhushan1, Priyank Rai2, Lokesh Chandila2
1Department of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, Pacific Medical College and Hospital, Udaipur, IND.
Cureus
|June 1, 2026
Summary
This case study shows that early reconstruction using an Abbé flap is a successful treatment for severe pediatric dog-bite lip avulsions. The procedure restored oral function and improved facial symmetry.
Area of Science:
- Plastic Surgery
- Pediatric Trauma
- Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery
Background:
- Dog bites frequently cause pediatric facial trauma, leading to complex soft-tissue defects.
- Avulsion injuries of the lip require specialized reconstructive techniques.