Pre-Expanded, Prefabricated Monoblock Perforator Flap for Total Facial Resurfacing

Publication date: Available online 6 October 2016
Source:Clinics in Plastic Surgery
Author(s): Tao Zan, Yashan Gao, Haizhou Li, Bin Gu, Feng Xie, Qingfeng Li

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In this article, we present the pre-expanded, prefabricated supercharged cervicothoracic monoblock perforator flap for total or subtotal facial resurfacing. This technique can be a reliable reconstruction option for extensive facial skin defect with undamaged muscles and deep structures, which could provide excellent aesthetic and functional outcomes with acceptable complications. Our approach may replace a conventional "skin-only" face allotransplantation in selected patients.


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