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Multiple Y-V plasty.

D T Shaw, C S Li

    Annals of Plastic Surgery
    |May 1, 1979
    PubMed
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    Multiple Y-V advancement flaps effectively resurface tissue defects and release contractures from burns, trauma, or congenital conditions. This versatile surgical technique yields gratifying results in various anatomical locations.

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    Area of Science:

    • Plastic Surgery
    • Reconstructive Surgery

    Background:

    • Scar contractures and tissue defects arise from congenital conditions, trauma, or surgical excision.
    • Traditional methods may have limitations in achieving optimal tissue resurfacing and functional restoration.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To evaluate the efficacy of multiple Y-V advancement flaps for resurfacing tissue defects.
    • To assess the application of Y-V advancement flaps in releasing various types of contractures.

    Main Methods:

    • Utilizing multiple Y-V advancement flaps for tissue resurfacing.
    • Application in releasing scar contractures post-burn and congenital soft tissue shortening.
    • Employing the technique for nasal tip/ala defects and extremity scar contractures.

    Main Results:

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    • Gratifying results were observed in releasing broad scar contractures of the torso and congenital shortening of the foot dorsum.
    • Successful resurfacing of nasal tip and ala defects following trauma and tumor excision.
    • Effective additional release of scar contractures in digits and extremities.

    Conclusions:

    • Multiple Y-V advancement flaps are a versatile and effective principle for resurfacing tissue defects.
    • The technique provides successful outcomes for diverse conditions including scar contractures and congenital shortening.
    • Y-V advancement flaps offer a valuable reconstructive option in plastic and reconstructive surgery.