Korean J Dermatol.
2005 Aug;43(8):1148-1150.
Reconstruction of a Helical Rim Defect Following Excision of Squamous Cell Carcinoma in the Ear by Chondrocutaneous Advancement Flap
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- 1Department of Dermatology, College of Medicine, Catholic University, Seoul, Korea. frank@medimail.co.kr
- 2Department of Dermatology, College of Medicine, Korea University, Seoul, Korea.
Abstract
- About three percent of all skin cancers occur on the helix of the ear. Excision of the cancer results in a defect of the helical rim. Primary closure and wedge excision may produce cupping and helical notching deformities, except in small defects. In 1967, Antia and Buch described a chondrocutaneous advancement flap for marginal defects of the ear. This technique provides a reliable, single-stage procedure an excellent cosmetic result. We report a case of squamous cell carcinoma on the helical rim, of which the surgical defect was repaired with a chondrocutaneous advancement flap.
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