The skin flaps are surgical techniques particularly useful to aesthetic repair in cases of extended excision and/or unusual sites, as in the ear. Many skin flaps options were already reported, resulting in variable results of the theoretical knowledge and practical experience of the surgeon. This article aims to describe two successful cases of ear reconstruction with the use of anterior and posterior flaps and to review the current literature.

Keywords: SURGICAL FLAPS; EAR; CARCINOMA, BASAL CELL

Hidradenitis suppurativa is a chronic inflammatory, recurrent and debilitating skin disease. Its etiopathogenesis involves follicular occlusion and genetic, environmental and immunological factors. Diagnosis is predominantly clinical, and the therapeutic approach is a major challenge due to its impact on the patient's quality of life. The surgical option is the most indicated in severe cases, nevertheless there is no consensus on the ideal treatment, as outcomes are diverse, and the aesthetic aspect after the procedure is generally unfavorable. This article was aimed at reporting a surgical option with primary wound closure, whose aesthetic result was superior to those derived from traditional techniques.

Keywords: HIDRADENITIS SUPPURATIVA; HIDRADENITIS; DERMATOLOGIC SURGICAL PROCEDURES; DERMATOLOGY; THERAPEUTICS

Non-melanoma skin cancer is the most common type of neoplasia. Basal cell carcinoma is the most common cancer of them, the incidence of which is steadily increasing, implying an important public and financial health issue. The authors present the case of a patient with an extensive basal cell carcinoma affecting part of the external auditory canal and auricular concha, treated with a combination of surgical techniques: flap-plasty associated with second intention closure of the external auditory canal. Due to the excellent aesthetic and functional outcomes, this technique should be considered as a therapeutic option for auricular lesions.

Keywords: Carcinoma, Basal cell; Dermatology; Ear neoplasms; Ear, external; Surgical flaps

Non-melanoma skin cancer is the most common neoplasia in humans, and basal cell carcinomas (BCC) account for approximately 80% of cases. Cumulative exposure to ultraviolet radiation (UV) is the main risk factor associated to BCC, with a higher incidence in photoexposed areas, including the auricular region. The auricular region is a noble cosmetic unit, with anatomical peculiarities that lead surgeries to require the excision of a large amount of tissue, presenting a challenge for the dermatological surgeon. The authors present a case of helix reconstruction with a triple transposition flap.

Keywords: Carcinoma, basal cell; Dermatologic surgical procedures; Dermatology; Ear neoplasms; Ear, external