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Rhomboid flap dynamics

W F Larrabee, R Trachy, D Sutton

    Archives of Otolaryngology (Chicago, Ill. : 1960)
    |December 1, 1981
    PubMed
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    This study investigated rhomboid flap mechanics in head and neck surgery. Findings reveal most tension occurs at donor site closure, not the flap tip, regardless of flap size or undermining.

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    Area of Science:

    • Plastic Surgery
    • Biomechanics
    • Head and Neck Surgery

    Background:

    • The rhomboid flap is a common surgical technique in head and neck reconstruction.
    • Its mechanical properties, specifically tension distribution, remain poorly understood.
    • Existing literature lacks empirical data on tension localization within the flap.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To scientifically investigate the biomechanical properties of the rhomboid flap.
    • To determine the precise location of maximum tension during flap closure.
    • To analyze how flap geometry and undermining affect tension distribution.

    Main Methods:

    • Development of an experimental model using piglets.
    • Utilization of stabilized force gauges to measure tension distribution.

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  • Evaluation of variables including rhomboid size, undermining extent, and flap position.

    • Main Results:

    • Consistent measurements indicated that the majority of tension (average 58%) is located at the donor site closure.
    • Flap size and degree of undermining did not significantly alter relative tension distribution.
    • Quantifiable changes in flap side lengths were observed and documented.

    Conclusions:

    • The donor site closure is the primary source of tension in rhomboid flaps.
    • Understanding tension distribution is crucial for optimizing surgical outcomes and minimizing complications.
    • This research provides novel biomechanical insights into a widely used surgical flap.