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Korean Society of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeons (대한성형외과학회)
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A Case of Forehead Reconstruction with Remnant Forehead Flap Unit

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  • Lee, Sung Jun (Department of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, Yonsei University, Wonju College of Medicine) ;
  • Kim, In Kyu (Department of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, Yonsei University, Wonju College of Medicine) ;
  • Seul, Chul Hwan (Department of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, Yonsei University, Wonju College of Medicine) ;
  • Kim, Sug Won (Department of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, Yonsei University, Wonju College of Medicine)
  • 이성준 (연세대학교 원주의과대학 성형외과학교실) ;
  • 김인규 (연세대학교 원주의과대학 성형외과학교실) ;
  • 설철환 (연세대학교 원주의과대학 성형외과학교실) ;
  • 김석원 (연세대학교 원주의과대학 성형외과학교실)
  • Received : 2005.01.31
  • Published : 2005.11.10
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Abstract

Acquired defects involving exposed bone on the forehead is challenging to reconstruct. Skin expansion provides an ideal thin flap for forehead aesthetic unit, but it takes long time and high cost, and many patients are dissatisfied at their figures. Free flap can provide enough tissue immediately, but it takes long time and has the risk of mismatches of color and texture. This report details our experiences with two patients who had soft tissue defect on their forehead that was covered with remnant forehead flap unit. This method uses one-unit-forehead island flap based on supratrochlear and supraorbital vessel. We obtained satisfactory results in terms of aesthetic and functional consideration.

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