Reconstruction of Broad Lower Lip Defects Using Karapandzic-Type Flaps
Jigar Patel,
Jonathan L. Cook
Abstract:BACKGROUND
Reconstruction of lower lip defects is challenging because of the functional and aesthetic demands of the lower face. We review the functional and aesthetic outcomes of the Karapandzic-type flaps for reconstructing lower lip defects.
METHODS
A retrospective review of patients who underwent repair using Karapandzic-type flaps.
RESULTS
Fifty patients with lower lip defects ranging from 20% to 95% (m… Show more
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