Buccal fat pad - a simple, underutilised flap |
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Authors: | Meyer E Liebenberg S J R Fagan J J |
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Institution: | Division of Otolaryngology, University of Cape Town, Cape Town, South Africa. estiemeyer@hotmail.com |
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Abstract: | The pedicled buccal fat pad is a reliable flap for the repair of small oral defects. It is durable, easy to harvest and should be considered in settings where access to free flaps is limited and in cases where previous flaps have failed. We discuss a case where this flap was used successfully for closure of an oro-antral fistula. The indications, anatomy and techniques of successful harvest are discussed. |
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