The evolution of the Hughes tarsoconjunctival flap for the lower eyelid reconstruction.
The Hughes tarsoconjunctival flap was initially described in 1937. This flap is best used for reconstructing full-thickness defects involving the central portion of the lower eyelid. The evolution of this flap over the last 60 years is outlined. Several important modifications are presented; these modifications lead to decreased donor-site morbidity and improved recipient site outcome.
Rohrich
R J
RJ
Department of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center at Dallas, 75235, USA. rrohric@mednet.swmed.edu
Zbar
R I
RI
D019882:Blepharoplasty / Q000266:history / Q000379:methods*; D049673:History, 20th Century; D006801:Humans; D013524:Surgical Flaps / Q000266:history