Aesthetic subunit reconstruction of basal cell carcinoma face
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https://doi.org/10.18203/2349-2902.isj20232979Keywords:
Basal cell carcinoma, Aesthetic subunits, Glabellar flap, Forehead flap, Limber flap, Mustarde flapAbstract
Background: Arising from the basal cell layer of epidermis; BCC is one of the most common cutaneous malignancy encountered in elderly (77%) followed by SCC (20%) and malignant melanoma (3%).
Method: A prospective observational study was conducted at department of plastic and reconstructive surgery with 50 patients included for over a span of 2 years. Patients with biopsy confirmed BCC lesion over face were included and were grouped on the basis of subunit involved and type of flap done.
Results: The 50 patients were included which comprised of 16(32%) males and 34 (68%) females. Mean age was 61±10.2 years. Smallest defect size was of 1.5 cm2 whereas largest defect size was of 5 cm2. Cheek was the most common site of occurrence. Cheek advancement flap was the most commonly performed flap.
Conclusions: Reconstruction of facial subunit post BCC excision with local tissue has superior aesthetic outcome in terms of colour and texture than any other modality.
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