Subcutaneous island interpolation flap: "serpentine layering" to increase the intra-defect pedicle thickness.
While developing a subcutaneous island interpolation flap, "serpentine layering" of an extended subcutaneous pedicle was noted to give more adequate filling of a deep nasal defect, thus enhancing the final cosmetic result.
D002280:Basal Cell Carcinoma / Q000601:surgery; D003238:Connective Tissue / Q000601:surgery*; D062109:Dermatologic Surgical Procedures; D006801:Humans; D008297:Male; D008722:Methods; D008875:Middle Aged; D009667:Nose Deformities, Acquired / Q000601:surgery*; D009669:Nose Neoplasms / Q000601:surgery