Summary
Objectives
The temporoparietal fascia flap (TPFF) is a versatile tool in head and neck reconstruction.
This article aims to describe the spectrum of TPFF applications through a series of
case studies and related review of the literature.
Methods
Medical records were reviewed to identify cases that represent major TPFF application
categories. A literature review was performed to support the presentation and discussion
of each case category.
Results
Seven cases were identified each representing a distinct application category. These
included auricular reconstruction, hair-bearing tissue transfer, facial soft tissue
augmentation, cutaneous and mucosal oncologic defect repair, reconstruction after
salvage laryngectomy, skull base reconstruction, and orbital reconstruction.
Conclusion
The TPFF is a uniquely versatile tool in head and neck reconstructive surgery. Outstanding
in its pliable, ultra-thin yet hardy and highly vascular form, the temporoparietal
fascia flap is a workhorse for the creative head and neck reconstructive surgeon.
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Article info
Publication history
Published online: June 23, 2011
Accepted:
May 11,
2011
Received:
November 11,
2010
Footnotes
☆Presented at the 10th International Symposium for Facial Plastic Surgery in Hollywood, Florida, May 2010.
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© 2011 British Association of Plastic, Reconstructive and Aesthetic Surgeons. Published by Elsevier Inc. All rights reserved.
