• 대한두개안면성형외과학회지
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• 제22권5호
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• pp.268-275
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• 2021

Background: The study aimed to evaluate nasal reconstruction techniques customized for Asians. The currently available nasal reconstruction guidelines are based on Caucasian patients, and their applicability is limited in Asian patients due to differences in anatomical and structural features. Methods: A retrospective analysis was performed of the medical records of 76 patients who underwent nasal reconstruction at a single center between January 2010 and June 2020. A comprehensive evaluation was conducted of patients' baseline demographics and clinical characteristics, including age, sex, medical history, defect size and location, reconstructive procedure, pathological diagnosis, postoperative complications, and recurrence. Results: In 59 cases (77%), nasal defects resulted from tumor ablation, and the remaining 17 cases involved post-traumatic (20%) and infection-induced (3%) tissue damage. The most common defect location was the alae, followed by the sidewalls, tip, and dorsum. Forehead flaps were the most commonly used reconstructive technique, followed by nasolabial advancement flaps, rotation flaps, and skin grafts. Each procedure was applied considering aspects of structural anatomy and healing physiology specific to Asians. Complications included nasal deformity, hypertrophic scarring, secondary infection, and partial flap necrosis, but no cases required additional surgical procedures. Tumors recurred in two cases, but tumor recurrence did not significantly affect flap integrity. Conclusion: Nasal reconstruction techniques applied considering Asians' facial features resulted in fewer postoperative complications and higher patient satisfaction than the approaches that are currently in widespread use. Therefore, this study is expected to serve as an essential reference for establishing treatment guidelines for nasal reconstruction in Asians.

• Archives of Plastic Surgery
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• 제43권3호
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• pp.265-271
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• 2016

Background Reconstruction of orofacial soft tissue defects is often challenging due to functional and aesthetic demands. Despite advances in orofacial soft tissue defect reconstruction using free flaps, locoregional flaps still remain an important option, especially in health resource-depleted environments. This retrospective study highlights our experiences in oral and maxillofacial soft tissue reconstruction using locoregional flaps. Methods A twenty-three years retrospective analysis of all patients managed in our department was undertaken. Information was sourced from patients' case notes and operating theater records. Data was analyzed using SPSS ver. 16 (SPSS Inc.) and Microsoft Excel 2007 (Microsoft). Results A total of 77 patients underwent orofacial soft tissue defect reconstruction within the years reviewed. Males accounted for 55 (71.4%) cases and trauma was the main etiological factor in 45 (58.4%) of the patients treated. When sites of defect were considered, the lip, 27 (32.1%), was the most frequent site followed by the nose, 17 (20.2%). Forehead flap, 51 (59.3%), was the most commonly used flap. Complications noted were tumor recurrences at the recipient bed in 3 (3.9%) cases, tumor occurrence at the donor site in 1 (1.3%) case and postoperative infection in 11 (14.3%) cases. Conclusions Locoregional flaps still have an important role in the rehabilitation of patients with orofacial soft tissue defects. They remain a vital tool in the armamentarium of the reconstructive surgeon, especially in health resource-depleted environments where advanced reconstructive techniques may not be feasible.

• Archives of Plastic Surgery
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• 제40권6호
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• pp.754-760
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• 2013

Background Classical flaps for perinasal defect reconstruction, such as forehead or nasolabial flaps, have some disadvantages involving limitations of the arc of rotation and two stages of surgery. However, a perforator-based flap is more versatile and allows freedom in flap design. We introduced our experience with reconstruction using a facial artery perforator-based propeller flap on the perinasal area. We describe the surgical differences between different defect subtypes. Methods Between December 2005 and August 2013, 10 patients underwent perinasal reconstruction in which a facial artery perforator-based flap was used. We divided the perinasal defects into types A and B, according to location. The operative results, including flap size, arc of rotation, complications, and characteristics of the perforator were evaluated by retrospective chart review and photographic evaluation. Results Eight patients were male and 2 patients were female. Their mean age was 61 years (range, 35-75 years). The size of the flap ranged from $1cm{\times}1.5cm$ to $3cm{\times}6cm$. Eight patients healed uneventfully, but 2 patients presented with mild flap congestion. However, these 2 patients healed by conservative management without any additional surgery. All of the flaps survived completely with aesthetically pleasing results. Conclusions The facial artery perforator-based flap allowed for versatile customized flaps, and the donor site scar was concealed using the natural nasolabial fold.

• Archives of Plastic Surgery
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• 제44권4호
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• pp.319-323
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• 2017

Background Free-flap surgery and skin grafting can be used to reconstruct large facial defects that may result after skin cancer removal by Mohs micrographic surgery (MMS). However, these two methods may produce low postsurgical patient satisfaction with aesthetics, and free-flap surgery may produce an undue burden for the majority of skin cancer patients, who are of advanced age. Hence, the authors examined outcomes of large facial defect reconstruction using multiple flaps. Methods Among patients undergoing MMS for skin cancer at Pusan National University Hospital between January 2013 and December 2015, we evaluated 7 patients (2 males, 5 females; average age, 73.14 years) treated for large facial defects from basal cell carcinoma. Based on operative and follow-up records, we investigated the number and type of flaps used, postsurgical complications, and patients' post-surgical satisfaction. Results Two and 3 types of flaps were used for 5 and 2 patients, respectively. Most frequently used were nasolabial flaps (7 times in 6 patients) and forehead flaps (once in each of 4 patients). The average follow-up period was 14 months, with no complications-including necrosis, hematoma, or wound dehiscence-observed. Post-surgical satisfaction averaged 4.4 out of a maximum of 5 points. Conclusions Reconstruction using two or more flaps for large facial defects after skin cancer removal using MMS produced satisfactory outcomes while preventing aesthetic problems. Practitioners should consider using multiple flaps when choosing a reconstruction method for large facial defects following skin cancer removal.

• Archives of Plastic Surgery
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• 제49권2호
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• pp.184-194
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• 2022

The face and the external nose define an individual's physical appearance. Nasal deformities can cause facial disfigurement along with unwanted psychological repercussions. Nasal deformities range in severity, with the most severe cases being indications for a rhinectomy, due to the complexity of the nasal defect. According to published literature, there is no consensus among otolaryngologists and plastic surgeons on which technique or flap use is preferred in terms of complications, aesthetic outcome, or patient satisfaction. The goal of this study is to provide a comprehensive analysis of published studies on nasal reconstruction following rhinectomy. Using the Preferred Reporting Items for Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis Protocols guidelines for writing systematic reviews, a systematic review was conducted. Four databases were searched using a search strategy. These articles were then imported into the COVIDENCE software and went screening and thorough article review. After screening 2,237 articles, 23 studies were then extracted for data collection analysis. We collected data from 12 case series, 4 case studies, 1 prospective case series, and 4 retrospective chart review studies. The most commonly reported flaps were forehead flaps, superior extended nasal myocutaneous island, forearm free flaps, anterolateral thigh (ALT) free flap, medial femoral condyle free flap (n = 8), and zygomaticus implants (n = 6), and retained nasal prosthesis. Although not specifically indicated by a certain number, the most common indication for the rhinectomy was malignancy, followed by traumas, postsurgical complications, radionecrosis, and congenital nasal malformations.

• 대한두경부종양학회지
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• 제4권1호
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• pp.21-28
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• 1988

Skin replacement in large cheek defects after excision of benign or malignant tumor on the face is a challenging task. The physical characteristics of cheek skin are matched best by adjacent skin. Various methods of reconstructing of the facial surface such as forehead flap, distant flap, or a full thickness or split thickness skin graft have replaced adjacent tissue for coverage in many cases. We have reviewed ten cases of aesthetic reconstruction of the face after resection of the facial skin tumor within the last 5 years. The first group of 3 patients were reconstructed with split thickness skin graft from the scalp or lower abdomen. The second group of patients were reconstructed with cheek flap. The third group of 3 patients were reconstructed with cervicofacial flap. The last 2 patients were reconstructed with nasolabial flap & island falp respectively. The advantages from our experience with various method of coverage are its hidden donor area & good color match with the facial skin & increased success rate.

• 대한두경부종양학회지
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• 제6권2호
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• pp.79-84
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• 1990

본 논문은 구강암의 근치적 절제술후 결손부위 재건을 위한 근피부판(myocutaneous flaps)이 환자의 생존율에 미치는 의의를 알아보고자 저자들의 경험을 살펴본 것이다. 1974년부터 1988년까지, 만 15년간 98명의 환자들이 구강 및 구인두 부위에 발생한 암으로 절제술을 받았다. 이 중 14명은 하악골 절제술없이 근치적 복합적 절제술(composite resection)을 받았으며, 4명은 방사선 조사후 재발한 경우로서 경부곽청술없이 광범위 단순절제술(enbloc resection)만을 시행받았다. 이들을 제외한 근피부판을 사용또는, 사용하지 않은 COMMANDO를 시행받은 84명의 나머지 환자들을 대상으로 여러가지 술식에 따른 재발율 및 생존율을 비교 분석하여보았다. 1) 술기에 있어서 국소 또는 근피부판을 사용하지않은 표준 COMMANDO술식이 24 예, 전두피부판(forehead flap)을 사용하여 재건한 경우가 12 예, 후경부피부판(Nape flap)을 사용한 경우가 19 예, 큰피부판 또는 골근피부판(osteomyocutaneous flap)을 사용한 경우가 27 예였으며 두 종류의 피부판 복원을 시행한 경우가 2 예였다. 2) 비교정(uncorrected) 2년 무병생존율은 표준 COMMANDO가 14%, 전두피부판을 이용한 COMMANDO가 17%, 후경부피부판 사용 COMMANDO가 35% 이었으며 근피부판을 이용한 COMMANDO에서도 역시 35% 이었다. 3) 병기(stage)에 따른 2년 무병생존율은 제 1병기가 100%, 제 2병기가 45%, 제 3병기가 41% 이었으며, 제 4병기에서는 18% 이었다. 4) 근피부판을 사용한 경우와 조직학적으로 이에 상응하는 제 1대조군, 즉 표준 COMMANDO를 시행했거나 국소피부판(전두피부판 빛 후경부피부판)을 사용한 COMMANDO 경우 들과 비교하였을 때 ,2년 무병생존율은 큰 차이가 없이 대조군 양쪽 모두에서 공히 40% 이었다. 5) 근피부판을 사용한 경우를 제 2대조군, 즉 국소피부판(전두피부판 및 후경부피부판) 복원만을 시행한 경우들과 비교했을 때에도 역시 차이가 없이대조군 양쪽 모두에서 27%의 2년 무병생존율을 보였다. 6) 근피부판을 사용한 경우를 제 3대조군 즉 어떠한 종류의 피부판도 사용하지않고 단순한 표준 COMMANDO만을 시행한 경우들과 비교했을 때는 큰 차이를 보였다. 즉, 근피부판을 사용하여 복원했던 경우는 50%의 2년 무병생존율을 보인데 비해, 표준 COMMANDO만을 시행했던 경우는 25%의 생존율을 보였다. 7) 국소재발율은 표준 COMMANDO에서 25%, 후경부피부판 사용 경우에서 26%, 전두 피부판 사용경우에서 33% 이었으나 근피부판을 사용한 경우는 재발율이 가장 낮아 22% 이 었다. 이러한 결과들을 병기가 진행된 예(stage III & IV)에서 본다면, 표준 COMMANDO에서 67%가 제 3, 제 4병기이었고, 후경부피부판을 사용한 경우는 79%에서 제 3, 제 4병기이었다. 전두피부판을 사용한 예에서는 100% 모두가 제 3, 제 4병기이었고, 근피부판을 사용했던 경우는 96% 에서 제 3, 제 4병기이었던 점을 고려한다면 매우 중요한 의미가 있다고 하겠다.

• Maxillofacial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery
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• 제14권3호
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• pp.195-200
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• 1992

This is a case report of correction of traumatic right frontal bone depression. Traditionally, autogenous and homogenous corticocancellous bone have been inlaid or onlaid. This patient who had frontal bone depression of right forehead was operated with an extracranial augmentation procedure using Hydroxyapatite materials. The postoperative course was unremarkble and the patient was satisfied with a good facial contour. Now We will report the results.

• Maxillofacial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery
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• 제18권1호
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• pp.1-16
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• 1996

There are various defects caused by trauma or resection of maignant tumor in the orofacial region, which can be reconstructed with various regional and pararegional flaps. Among these defects, it is very difficult to reconstruct palatal and midfacial defects after maxillectomy and patients have problems in speaking and swallowing of food. Therefore it is very important for surgeons to reconstruct these defects functionally and esthetically and to return the patients to the normal social activity. These defects are usually obturated with prosthodontic appliances to assist the phonation and swallowing. But nowadays surgical reconstruction by various flaps was considered and performed for better rehabilitation. For this purpose the forehead flap, the nasolabial flap, the tongue flap, the sternocleidomastoideous flap, the temporal flap, the latissimus dorsi flap, the scapular flap etc. are used. We reconstructed small-sized plalatal defects with tongue flap, medium-sized palatal and maxillary defects after maxillectomy with temporal myofascial flap and large midfacial defects including eyeball exenteration with latissimus dorsi myocutaneous flaps. Here we are to report 5 cases of these flaps used for the reconstruction of palatal and midfacial defects and consider the versatility, reliability and limitation in use of these flaps.

• Maxillofacial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery
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• 제16권3호
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• pp.231-238
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• 1994

저자들은 1예의 전두부 연조직 결손과 2예의 경부와 안면에 형성된 다발성의 반혼구축 환자에서 조직확장술올 이용하여 양호한 두경부의 연조직 재건을 얻을 수 있었다. 다양한 연조직의 결손이나 변형에서 적절한 증례를 선택하여 올바르게 적용할 경우 조직 확장술은 유용한 재건방법이 될 수 있을 것으로 생각된다.