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KMID : 0356820220380020033
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Korean Journal of Head & Neck Oncology
2022 Volume.38 No. 2 p.33 ~ p.36
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Large Lower Lip Defect Reconstruction Using a Karapandzic Flap: A Case Report and Literature Review
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Kim Ji-Hoon
Chung Chang-Eun
Lee Chong-Kun
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Abstract
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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.
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KEYWORD
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Reconstructive surgical procedures, Lip neoplasms, Squamous cell carcinoma of head and neck
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