title: Forehead reconstruction using a modified dual-plane A to T flap.
abstract: Forehead defects often present myriad challenges for the reconstructive surgeon. Many options exist for forehead reconstruction, from primary closure to free flaps. To optimally match colour, contour and texture, the best approach replaces 'like with like'. When primary closure is not possible due to size limitations, and colour or depth is not suitable for grafts, then locoregional flaps become the mainstay of repair. The authors present three cases in which a dual-plane modified A to T flap is used to reconstruct central and lateral forehead defects up to 8 cm in size with excellent aesthetic results. This technique applies principles of the periglabellar flap, with modifications designed to encompass larger defects as well as defects of the lateral forehead.
authors.affiliation: School of Medicine, West Virginia University, Morgantown, West Virginia, USA.
authors.forename: Ashley
authors.initials: A
authors.lastname: Boustany
authors.forename: Paul
authors.initials: P
authors.lastname: Ghareeb
authors.forename: W Thomas
authors.initials: WT
authors.lastname: McClellan
keywords: A to T; Forehead reconstruction; Large forehead defect