title: Double opposing V-Y hinge flap.
abstract: A relatively large earlobe hole was closed with triangular flaps on both sides using a V-Y plasty. The design and elevation of this flap are simple and easy. This flap can close relatively large earlobe holes, preventing earlobe deformity.
authors.affiliation: Department of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, Ishikiri-Seiki Hospital, 18-28 Yayoi-Cho, Higashi-Osaka City, Osaka 579-8026, Japan. yabe@msic.med.osaka-cu.ac.jp
authors.forename: Tetsuji
authors.initials: T
authors.lastname: Yabe
authors.forename: Mitinari
authors.initials: M
authors.lastname: Muraoka
mesh_terms: D000293:Adolescent; D004431:Ear, External / Q000503:physiopathology / Q000601:surgery*; D004954:Esthetics; D005500:Follow-Up Studies; D006085:Graft Survival; D006801:Humans; D008297:Male; D013518:Surgery, Plastic / Q000379:methods*; D013524:Surgical Flaps; D013536:Suture Techniques; D016896:Treatment Outcome