Large Lower Lip Defect Reconstruction Using a Karapandzic Flap: A Case Report and Literature Review
10.21593/kjhno/2022.38.2.33
- Author:
Ji Hoon KIM
1
;
Chang Eun CHUNG
;
Chong Kun LEE
Author Information
1. Departments of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, Bundang Jesaeng Hospital, Seongnam, Korea
- Publication Type:Case Report
- From:
Korean Journal of Head and Neck Oncology
2022;38(2):33-36
- CountryRepublic of Korea
- Language:Korean
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Abstract:
Squamous cell carcinoma is the most common cancer occurring in the oral cavity and oncologic wide cancer excision is a major cause of large lip defects. Large lower lip defect reconstruction with good functional and aesthetic results has always presented a challenge for plastic surgeons. There are various lower lip reconstruction methods depending on its size, location, and surgeon’s expertise. This is a case of a large defect spanning more than two-thirds of the lower lip after wide excision due to squamous cell carcinoma. The Karapandzic flap was used to reconstruct the defect with a commissuroplasty carried out in a second operation, which yielded a relatively good functional and aesthetic result. No recurrences or metastases were observed within a one year follow-up period.
