title: Periocular flaps.
abstract: BACKGROUND
  Most flaps used in periocular reconstruction are random pattern flaps.
  
  
  OBJECTIVE
  To discuss the principles of periocular flaps as they relate to oculoplastic surgery, with an emphasis on reconstruction of the eyelids and ocular adnexa.
  
  
  METHODS
  The advantages, disadvantages, and techniques of reconstruction are reviewed.
  
  
  CONCLUSIONS
  The ability to conceptualize and utilize flaps in periocular surgery enormously extends the surgeon's capabilities to produce optimal results for the patient.
authors.affiliation: Department of Ophthalmology, University of Colorado Health Sciences Center, Denver.
authors.forename: E O
authors.initials: EO
authors.lastname: Wiggs
mesh_terms: D005143:Eyelids / Q000601:surgery*; D006801:Humans; D013518:Surgery, Plastic / Q000379:methods; D013524:Surgical Flaps