title: Arm dermolipectomy with a quadrangular flap and "T" closure.
abstract: We present a technique for the correction of obesity and/or ptosis of the arms. It consists of raising a lower quadrangular advancement flap, sliding the upper wound margin downward, cutting the excess off the quadrangular flap, and a T-shaped closure. A compressive elastic bandage is worn continuously for 3 months to help keep the closure scar flat and prevent its hypertrophy.
mesh_terms: D000273:Adipose Tissue / Q000601:surgery*; D001132:Arm / Q000601:surgery*; D005260:Female; D006801:Humans; D009765:Obesity / Q000601:surgery*; D011182:Postoperative Care; D013518:Surgery, Plastic / Q000379:methods*; D013524:Surgical Flaps