Augmentation of facial soft-tissue defects with Alloderm dermal graft.
Numerous materials, both autologous and nonautologous, have been used for augmentation of soft-tissue defects in the facial region. Each has its limitations. There is no ideal material for soft-tissue augmentation. Alloderm dermal graft (LifeCell Corporation, Woodlands, TX) combines the benefits of autografts and allografts. The authors report its use in 11 patients who have soft-tissue defects or scarring on the face. No serious complications such as rejection, mobilization, absorption, dislocation, or extrusion were encountered. The use of Alloderm in these patients minimized two problems: donor site morbidity and lack of adequate tissue for reconstruction. Alloderm is shown to be an excellent augmentation material for soft-tissue defects. The absence of a donor site defect, and adequate tissue for reconstruction are particularly helpful in the pediatric population.
Achauer
B M
BM
Division of Plastic Surgery, University of California Irvine Medical Center, Orange 92868, USA.
VanderKam
V M
VM
Celikoz
B
B
Jacobson
D G
DG
D000328:Adult; D000368:Aged; D002648:Child; D002675:Child, Preschool; D005145:Face / Q000002:abnormalities* / Q000601:surgery*; D005151:Facial Injuries / Q000601:surgery*; D005260:Female; D005500:Follow-Up Studies; D006801:Humans; D008297:Male; D008875:Middle Aged; D019651:Plastic Surgery Procedures / Q000379:methods*; D012189:Retrospective Studies; D016038:Skin Transplantation / Q000379:methods*