The single-pedicle retroauricular advancement flap.
The single-pedicle retroauricular advancement flap is very useful for defects of the posterior ear surface and along the helical rim. Design elements are simple, vascular support excellent, and the aesthetic reconstruction of involved areas highly acceptable. Several cases are demonstrated photographically along with appropriate commentary.
Field
L M
LM
University of California, San Francisco.
D002356:Cartilage / Q000637:transplantation; D004431:Ear, External / Q000601:surgery*; D006801:Humans; D008722:Methods; D016038:Skin Transplantation; D013518:Surgery, Plastic; D013524:Surgical Flaps