title: V-Y advancement flap for facial defects.
abstract: We have used 107 V-Y advancement flaps in 76 patients with only loss of one flap and loss of hair growth in a second. The versatility of this method of closure and its superior cosmetic result recommend it to the plastic surgeon who must close defects of the face.
mesh_terms: D000328:Adult; D000368:Aged; D062109:Dermatologic Surgical Procedures; D005145:Face / Q000601:surgery*; D005260:Female; D005500:Follow-Up Studies; D006801:Humans; D008297:Male; D008875:Middle Aged; D013518:Surgery, Plastic / Q000379:methods*; D013524:Surgical Flaps