Anatomical basis of a new naso-labial island flap.
We describe a nasolabial island flap with a proximal base. This anatomical study confirms the interest of a proximal base especially with regard to venous return. As opposed to classical naso-labial flaps with subcutaneous pedicle, it has a vascularization of musculo-cutaneous type which allows a greater degree of mobility and reliability. This flap is an effective therapeutic option in surgery for skin defects of the face.
Guéro
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Service du Pr. Bensahel, Hôpital Robert Debré, Paris, France.
Bastian
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Lassau
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Csukonyi
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D001158:Arteries / Q000033:anatomy & histology; D002102:Cadaver; D005145:Face / Q000098:blood supply; D006801:Humans; D008046:Lip / Q000033:anatomy & histology* / Q000601:surgery; D009132:Muscles / Q000033:anatomy & histology; D009666:Nose / Q000033:anatomy & histology* / Q000601:surgery; D013524:Surgical Flaps / Q000379:methods*