Repeated tissue expansion in head and neck
- VernacularTitle:头颈部皮肤软组织重复扩张术
- Author:
Xiaolei JIN
;
Min ZHAO
;
Jinjing HUANG
- Publication Type:Journal Article
- Keywords:
Repeated expansion;
Skin flap;
Tissue expander;
Skin defect
- From:
Chinese Journal of Medical Aesthetics and Cosmetology
2002;0(01):-
- CountryChina
- Language:Chinese
-
Abstract:
Objective To summarize the experiences in treating 30 cases of skin soft tissue defects in head and neck by applying repeated expansion, and to explore an effective and satisfactory method of massive defect repair in head and neck. Methods Skin soft tissues were repeatedly expanded for 1 to 3 times after the first expansion. Massive skin defects in head and neck were repaired several times by useing repeated expansion of flap. The size of the skin defects ranged from 29cm?24cm to 10cm?8cm. The indications, complications and experiences in the treatment were discussed. Results A total of 30 cases were treated. Complication incidences of every expansive procedure were 27%, 15%, 14% and 0% respectively . After 6～12 months postoperative follow-up, the appearance and functional restoration was satisfactory. Conclusion Repeated expansion is an excellent method of repairing massive defects in head and neck.
