title: A simple technique for closure of a palatal fistula using a conchal cartilage graft.
abstract: A simple technique for closure of a palatal fistula using a conchal cartilage graft as a substitute for nasal lining flaps is reported. This graft simplifies the repair of the palatal fistula and protects the suture line of the oral covering flaps from recurrence.
authors.affiliation: Department of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, Shinshu University School of Medicine, Matsumoto, Japan.
authors.forename: K
authors.initials: K
authors.lastname: Matsuo
authors.forename: M
authors.initials: M
authors.lastname: Kiyono
authors.forename: T
authors.initials: T
authors.lastname: Hirose
mesh_terms: D002648:Child; D005402:Fistula / Q000601:surgery*; D006801:Humans; D008297:Male; D010159:Palate / Q000601:surgery*; D013518:Surgery, Plastic / Q000379:methods*; D014420:Turbinates / Q000637:transplantation*