The Maltese cross technique: umbilical reconstruction after dermolipectomy.
A simple and easy technique for reconstruction of the umbilicus was devised, with emphasis on forming walls of the umbilicus and a depression in a caudal direction. A quite satisfactory result was obtained. A permanent and sufficient depression for the umbilicus can be expected as a result of three-dimensional formation of walls. We also obtained a natural-looking neo-umbilicus.
Rogliani
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M
University Tor Vergata Rome, Department of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery Policlinico Casilino, Rome, Italy. marco.rogliani@uniroma2.it
Silvi
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E
Arpino
A
A
Gentile
P
P
Grimaldi
M
M
Cervelli
V
V
D000328:Adult; D005260:Female; D006554:Hernia, Umbilical / Q000209:etiology / Q000601:surgery; D006801:Humans; D015187:Lipectomy / Q000009:adverse effects*; D008875:Middle Aged; D019651:Plastic Surgery Procedures / Q000379:methods*; D013524:Surgical Flaps; D016896:Treatment Outcome; D014472:Umbilicus / Q000601:surgery*