The scalp has a key role in maintaining the integrity of the osseous structure that protects the central nervous system. Its restoration, especially keeping the aesthetic appearance and shape following lesions, is challenging. The present study describes the case of a child with extensive slough and bone exposure in the scalp following a necrotising cellulitis-type infection, which was treated with debridement, microperforation of the calvaria, and application of a gauze bandage with vaseline. Granulation tissue formed after 10 days. A partial skin graft was later carried out with satisfactory results.

Keywords: BACTERIAL INFECTIONS, SCALP, RECONSTRUCTION

Basal cell carcinoma is the most common human malignant tumor, and is most frequently located on the face. The excision of lesions greater than 2 cm from the upper lip requires a complex and difficult reconstruction. The authors describe the case of a 74-year-old female patient who had a nodular basal cell carcinoma of approximately 2 cm on the upper lip, which crossed the vermillion border. The lesion was excised and the reconstruction carried out using a nasolabial transposition flap with an inferior base. Histologic analysis showed there was a complete resection, with a satisfactory aesthetic result after one year.

Keywords: CARCINOMA, BASAL CELL, LIP, RECONSTRUCTIVE SURGICAL PROCEDURES

Introduction: Alexander Limberg created the Limberg flap in 1946 to repair rhomboid defects. The great advantage of using local flaps on the face is the similarity of color and texture of the tissues to the location of the defect to be repaired. Objective: To evaluate the advantage of using a Limberg flap to reconstruct facial defects created by the resection of tumors. Methods: Retrospective analysis of 12 cases in which Limberg flaps were used to reconstruct defects resulting from tumor resections in the face. Results: There were two epitheliosis cases; one developed partial necrosis of the flap, and both patients healed well with conservative treatment and daily changes of dressing. In one of the cases, the patient developed a post-operative hematoma requiring surgical drainage and flap repositioning, which resolved well, with only minor scar retraction. Discussion: The design of the flap requires precision. The main difficulty is the need to draw equal sides with accurate angles of 60 and 120 degrees. Conclusions: Limberg flaps are versatile and can produce good results in several areas of the face.

Keywords: FACE, SURGICAL FLAPS, SKIN NEOPLASM, RECONSTRUCTION

This study describes a technique for correcting entropion based on the case of a female patient who had that alteration in the left lower eyelid, in addition to sagging and fat pseudo-herniation in the left and right eyelid areas. Bilateral upper and lower blepharoplasty was performed, with wedge resection of the orbicularis muscle and tarsus in both lower eyelids, followed by reconstruction. The patient presented good functional and aesthetic results, with no complications.

Keywords: BLEPHAROPLASTY; ENTROPION; RECONSTRUCTION.

Lip tumors account for 15% of head and neck neoplasias. When the defect is greater than one third of the lip, the Camille Bernard’s flap is suitable for the reconstruction of the lower lip. The present study describes a case with a satisfactory outcome, where functional, aesthetic, and sensory preservation of the lower lip was obtained by using this technique in its surgical reconstruction, following excision of a locally advanced tumor.

Keywords: CARCINOMA, BASAL CELL, RECONSTRUCTIVE SURGICAL PROCEDURES, LIP NEOPLASMS

The reconstruction of surgical defects generated by the excision of nasal tumors is a challenge for dermatologic surgeons due to the rigid structure and low mobility in the region. Among the alternatives to repair these defects is the pedicled frontal interpolation flap, especially where there is involvement of two or more aesthetic units of the nose. The present study reports the case of a patient with basal cell carcinoma involving the alae, tip, and columella of the nose, in which surgical repair after resection was carried out with pedicled frontal interpolation flap or medial frontal flap with excellent cosmetic results.

Keywords: CARCINOMA, BASAL CELL; SURGICAL FLAPS; RECONSTRUCTIVE SURGICAL PROCEDURES

Basal cell carcinoma is the most common skin cancer and can result in significant morbidity if not completely excised. The present article describes a case of nasal reconstruction using the Rieger flap, after the excision of a basal cell carcinoma, which yielded good aesthetic results. The authors have chosen this flap due to the fact that the donor area contains an abundant supply of tissue to cover surgical wounds, which is of a good color and texture for the upper region of the nose.

Keywords: CARCINOMA, BASAL CELL; RECONSTRUCTIVE SURGICAL PROCEDURES; NOSE NEOPLASMS; SURGICAL FLAPS.

Lip cancer corresponds to 25-35% of all oral cancers. Squamous cell carcinoma is the most common histological type in this location (95%). Various wound reconstruction options are described for the exeresis of this type of tumor in the lower lip - the choice depending on the surgeon's experience and the proportion of the final defect regarding the dimensions of the lip. The present article describes the case of a male patient with a wound in the lower lip that was histologically diagnosed as an invasive squamous cell carcinoma. Mohs surgery was implemented and a transposition flap (Abbé flap) was used in the reconstruction of the upper lip. The complete opening of the mouth, without functional impairment of the speech or chewing function, and a favorable aesthetic result, were observed in the follow-up, thus demonstrating the usefulness of this type of reconstruction.

Keywords: MOHS SURGERY; CARCINOMA, SQUAMOUS CELL; RECONSTRUCTION

Introduction: The use of a median-frontal flap for nasal reconstruction was first described in 600 B.C., and it is still widely used for the reconstruction of nasal tumoral lesions.
Objective: To report the experience of a medical school's plastic surgery service in the use of this flap type.
Methods: A retrospective descriptive study was carried out with a series of 35 cases surgically treated from January 2005 to June 2015.
Results: The patients' mean age was 68.6 (± 10.8) years, with a predominance of the male gender (68.6%). The median-frontal flap was used for reconstruction after resection of tumors, with basal cell carcinoma being the most frequent.
Conclusions: The median-frontal flap is the ideal reconstructive choice for many patients, with good aesthetic and functional outcomes.

Keywords: SURGICAL FLAPS; RECONSTRUCTION; NOSE; NOSE NEOPLASMS

Lower lip squamous cell carcinomas (SCC) correspond to 20-30% of all oral cavity cancers. It mainly affects men over 50 years of age who have previous history of smoking, alcoholism and exposure to the sunlight. The diagnosis is clinical, confirmed by histological analysis. The present paper describes a case of a patient with a SCC affecting more than 1/3 of the lower lip, who underwent resection of the primary lesion and a conservative reconstruction of the lesion’s region, due to the great local mobility, aimed at preserving the functionality without compromising the aesthetic outcome.

Keywords: Carcinoma, squamous cell; Mouth neoplasms; Reconstruction

Cutaneous defects of the lower eyelid frequently require reconstructions with grafts or flaps to avoid ectropion. Removal of a basal cell carcinoma from the lower eyelid of a 39-year-old patient resulted in an exclusively cutaneous defect, with transversal and vertical diameters of 32 and 13mm, respectively. Despite the large size of the defect, the elevation of the suborbicularis oculi fascia to the periosteum of the lateral orbital border made primary closure possible. The position of the lower was also reinforced with a lateral canthopexy, with excellent aesthetic and functional results.

Keywords: Carcinoma, basal cell; Ectropion; Eyelids; Orbit; Reconstruction

The reconstruction of defects involving up to 2/3 of the lip extension is challenging, considering the functional and aesthetic importance of this structure. There are several surgical techniques described for this purpose, highlighting the Abbé-Estlander flap, the Karapandzic flap, and the Bernard-Burrow- Webster flap. The choice of the best approach should consider the size and location of the defect as well as the comorbidities of the patient. The reverse Yu flap is an alternative to be considered in relation to other methods, allowing obtaining excellent cosmetic-functional results in general.

Keywords: Surgical flaps; Reconstruction; Lip

Nasal surgical defects resulting from the removal of non-melanoma skin cancer represent a challenge for the surgeon due to the anatomical complexity and the high functional and aesthetic relevance of the region.The purpose of this paper is to demonstrate the jigsaw puzzle advancement flap. Resection of basal cell carcinoma was performed in the patient's perialar region, followed by the reconstruction with the jigsaw puzzle advancement flap, with excellent aesthetic and functional results.The presented technique is useful and not yet widespread, and it should be part of the dermatological surgeon's arsenal in the reconstruction of surgical defects located in the nasal ala-perialar region.

Keywords: Nose; Reconstructive surgical Procedures; Surgical flaps

Facial surgeries are often challenging for surgeons due to their complex anatomy, aesthetic and functional importance. Interventions in the cosmetic subunit that comprises the eyebrows can be particularly difficult. This case report aims to demonstrate the use of island flap in this region. We performed the excision of melanocytic nevus, with a good outcome and absence of postoperative complications. This technique is commonly used for facial reconstruction; however, the literature describes only a few cases using this method for eyebrow reconstruction.

Keywords: Eyebrows; Reconstruction; Surgical Flaps

O queratoacantoma (QA), apesar de frequente na prática diária, é um tumor que gera questionamentos. O aspecto mais intrigante associa-se à sua posição no limite entre malignidade e benignidade. A abordagem do tumor, bem como sua classificação, é controversa. Na definição da conduta, é importante levar em conta o potencial de transformação para carcinoma espinocelular. Desse modo, a excisão cirúrgica é a terapia de escolha, sempre que possível. Algumas situações merecem atenção adicional, como a imunossupressão associada. Neste artigo, relatamos um caso de QA gigante em um paciente com síndrome da imunodeficiência adquirida tratado com cirurgia micrográfica de Mohs.

Keywords: Ceratoacantoma; Retalhos Cirúrgicos; Neoplasias Nasais; Neoplasias Cutâneas; Cirurgia de Mohs; Síndrome de Imunodeficiência Adquirida; HIV; Imunossupressão