Vomer-palatal flap, reconstruction of the palatal defect after maxillectomy

J Craniofac Surg. 2011 Jan;22(1):273-5. doi: 10.1097/SCS.0b013e3181f7b796.

Abstract

Rotational palatal flaps are frequently used to repair defects after partial or total maxillectomy procedures. However, their use is determined by the availability of sound tissues for defect closure. In an attempt to increase the amount of tissues available, we developed a vomer-palatal flap to include a part of vomer mucoperiosteum. The technique proved efficiency in a series of patients treated at Seoul National University Dental Hospital.

Publication types

  • Research Support, Non-U.S. Gov't

MeSH terms

  • Adult
  • Aged
  • Female
  • Humans
  • Male
  • Middle Aged
  • Palate / surgery*
  • Plastic Surgery Procedures / methods*
  • Surgical Flaps*
  • Treatment Outcome
  • Vomer / surgery*