Unilateral One Stage Nasolabial Flap for Reconstruction of the Lips

Rahpeyma, Amin; Khajehahmadi, Saeedeh

doi:10.1007/s12663-013-0615-3

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“…Rotation flap: The pivot point is the base of the NLF and the lateral limit of the defect coincides with the medial margin of the flap. This flap has a sole indication: reconstruction of the upper lip lateral segment [34], [35]. Transposition flap: This type of NLF is a variant of rotation flaps.…”

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The place of nasolabial flap in orofacial reconstruction: A review

Rahpeyma

Khajehahmadi

2016

Annals of Medicine &Amp; Surgery

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BackgroundThe use of Nasolabial flap (NLF) to reconstruct orofacial soft tissue defects is one of the oldest methods for reconstruction in the medical literature. Despite widespread use of this invaluable flap, there are still controversies over the terms used for the description of this flap.Materials and methodsA search was run in PubMed for articles in English language on nasolabial flap in oral cavity/facial reconstruction, between 1960 and 2016. Inclusion criteria was case series that focused on the anatomy, flap design, blood supply, composition, flap motion, and the reconstructed area and donor site complications.Results560 articles were found in PubMed search for nasolabial flap (between 1960 and 2016). 84 articles with case series structure and available full text were included. The results of the search in this topic for anatomy, flap design, blood supply,NLF composition, flap motion, reconstructed area and donor site morbidity are presented.ConclusionNasolabial flap is an old flap for reconstructive purposes. Over time different modifications have been introduced to expand its usage. Clear definition of the terms used with this flap is given.

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The place of nasolabial flap in orofacial reconstruction: A review

Rahpeyma

Khajehahmadi

2016

Annals of Medicine &Amp; Surgery

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“…Different modifications of the nasolabial flaps and various combinations with other regional flaps have been described in the past literature [21,22] for better cosmetic and functional outcomes of the lower lip. Although the inclusion of the facial artery in the flap design is not essential for flap survival, ipsilateral facial artery preservation does increase flap reliability [6][7][8]. In all our cases, we have tried to preserve the facial vessels, although facial vain was ligated in 2 patients due to the intraoperative injury.…”

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“…Amongst them, the nasolabial flap is considered a unique flap for the reconstruction of the lower lip, providing adequate functional and aesthetic results. Nasolabial flap (NLF) is an arterialized flap that may be superiorly based, inferiorly based [6], or centrally based [7], depending upon the arterial pedicle, although many authors have claimed a random blood supply without any definitive arterial pedicle. First described by Sushruta in 600 BC, [7] this flap has been used in the reconstruction of the floor of mouth, palate, tongue, lips, and tip and ala of the nose [1-3, 6, 8].…”

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“…Nasolabial flap (NLF) is an arterialized flap that may be superiorly based, inferiorly based [6], or centrally based [7], depending upon the arterial pedicle, although many authors have claimed a random blood supply without any definitive arterial pedicle. First described by Sushruta in 600 BC, [7] this flap has been used in the reconstruction of the floor of mouth, palate, tongue, lips, and tip and ala of the nose [1-3, 6, 8]. As the flap is very thin, it can be suitably used for the reconstruction of the partial defect over the lip.…”

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Infolding of Nasolabial Flap: An Excellent Surgical Technique for Full-Thickness Defect of the Lip

Pradhan

Samal

2020

Indian J Otolaryngol Head Neck Surg

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To find out the usefulness of the infolding technique of nasolabial flap to reconstruct full-thickness defects of the lower lip. It is a retrospective analysis of 5 surgically operated cases. The infolding nasolabial flaps were utilized for the full thickness defect over the lower lip in carcinoma of the oral cavity from January 2018 to July 2019. The patients were followed up for a minimum period of 12 months, and the outcomes were evaluated. The mean age of the patients was 39.72 ± 7.58 years (range 30-52 years). The infolding nasolabial flap has used each case for the reconstruction of the lower lip. The average length and breadth of the flaps were 65 mm (range 60-75 mm) and 35 mm (range 30-40 mm), respectively. One patient presented with partial necrosis of the flap its tip. The functional and cosmetic outcomes were found satisfactory till 12 months of follow-up, and none of the patients had a recurrence of the disease. Infolding of the nasolabial flap can be a good surgical technique for the reconstruction of the full-thickness defect of the lower lip, ensuring satisfactory functional and cosmetic outcomes without causing major intraoperative/postoperative complications in patients with carcinoma of the lower lip.

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“…It is a simple flap that uses the skin reservoir lateral to the nasolabial fold for facial and oral cavity reconstruction. The flap pedicle can be superiorly, inferiorly, or centrally designed, and the flap has a wide range of motions including advancement, rotation, and transposition ( 1 , 2 ). Its usage in trauma surgery is rarely mentioned.…”

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Nasolabial Flap in Maxillofacial Gunshot Trauma: A Case Series

Rahpeyma

Khajehahmadi

2016

Arch Trauma Res

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IntroductionThe nasolabial flap (NLF) has many advantages in oromaxillary reconstruction, but the majority of cases are reconstructions after pathologic resections. Its usage in trauma surgery, especially in the management of gunshot wounds, is rarely mentioned.Case PresentationThree cases involving gunshot injuries to the face are presented: one for reconstruction of the nasal ala, another for bone graft coverage in mandibular reconstruction, and the third for the repair of premaxillary hard and soft tissue avulsive defects.ConclusionsThe NLF is a thin, pliable flap and is useful for intraoral and facial reconstruction of trauma patients with small to moderate soft tissue loss.

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Unilateral One Stage Nasolabial Flap for Reconstruction of the Lips

Abstract: One stage reconstruction of lateral lower lip defects with/without commissural involvement in full or partial thickness defects is possible by NLF. Supplementary flaps are needed when the vermilion needs simultaneous reconstruction.

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The place of nasolabial flap in orofacial reconstruction: A review

The place of nasolabial flap in orofacial reconstruction: A review

Infolding of Nasolabial Flap: An Excellent Surgical Technique for Full-Thickness Defect of the Lip

Nasolabial Flap in Maxillofacial Gunshot Trauma: A Case Series

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