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Treatment of "trap door deformity."
The Laryngoscope
|April 1, 1978
Summary
Two simple techniques effectively prevent "trap door deformities" after U- or V-shaped flap closure. These methods have been successfully used in numerous surgical repairs over many years.
Area of Science:
- Surgical Techniques
- Plastic Surgery
- Reconstructive Surgery
Background:
- Closure of U- or V-shaped flaps can lead to undesirable sequelae.
- "Trap door deformities" are a common complication following such surgical procedures.
Purpose of the Study:
- To present two effective techniques for preventing or treating "trap door deformities" after flap closure.
- To highlight simple expedients that improve surgical outcomes.
Main Methods:
- Description of two specific techniques applied during flap closure.
- Application of these methods in hundreds of surgical repairs over several years.
Main Results:
- Successful prevention of "trap door deformities" in a large number of cases.
- Demonstration of the efficacy of the presented techniques.
Conclusions:
- The described techniques are simple and highly effective in preventing "trap door deformities".
- These methods offer a reliable solution for a common complication in flap surgery.