title: The transverse posterior approach to the neck.
abstract: Traditional posterior approaches to the neck use a vertical craniocaudal incision which often leaves an unsightly scar. An incision along Langer's transverse lines of tension divides only the cross-fibres of the dermis and we have found the results of this approach encouraging: wound healing was uncomplicated and the cosmetic appearance excellent.
mesh_terms: D000368:Aged; D002648:Child; D002921:Cicatrix; D005260:Female; D006801:Humans; D008297:Male; D008722:Methods; D008875:Middle Aged; D009333:Neck / Q000601:surgery*; D014945:Wound Healing