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Postauricular myocutaneous flap in otologic surgery

J B Farrior1

  • 1Farrior Ear Clinic, Tampa, Florida, USA.

Otolaryngology--Head and Neck Surgery : Official Journal of American Academy of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery
|June 17, 1998
PubMed
Summary

Reconstructing large mastoid defects after surgery for chronic ear disease or skull base operations can be challenging. A postauricular myocutaneous flap offers an effective solution, promoting rapid healing and reducing cavity size.

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Area of Science:

  • Otolaryngology
  • Neurosurgery
  • Plastic Surgery

Background:

  • Managing large mastoid defects post-skull base or chronic ear surgery presents challenges.
  • Existing local flaps often lead to retraction, delayed healing, or chronic drainage.
  • Ear canal closure and mastoid obliteration cause significant conductive hearing loss.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To present the indications and technique for creating a postauricular myocutaneous flap.
  • To evaluate the efficacy of this flap in reconstructing mastoid defects.
  • To report outcomes in 18 cases.

Main Methods:

  • Utilized a postauricular myocutaneous flap based on the occipital artery and sternocleidomastoid muscle.
  • Applied the flap for reconstruction following chronic ear disease and skull base surgeries.

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  • Documented the procedure and patient outcomes.

    • Main Results:

    • The postauricular myocutaneous flap effectively reduced mastoid cavity size.
    • Rapid healing of surgical defects was observed.
    • The flap demonstrated reliability in 18 cases, though viability can be affected by embolization in glomus tumors.

    Conclusions:

    • The postauricular myocutaneous flap is a reliable method for reconstructing large mastoid defects.
    • This technique promotes faster healing and reduces cavity size compared to other methods.
    • Consideration of potential complications, like embolization effects, is necessary.