Publications by authors named "A D C Opango"
The pectoralis major myocutaneous flap (PMMF) was described by Ariyan in 1979 for head and neck reconstructions. It is a safe flap, currently supplanted by free flaps in developed countries, but which remains very useful in developing countries. We report a series of 25 cases of PMMF reconstruction.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFZygomaticomaxillary complex fractures are very common in maxillofacial trauma and may be associated with fractures of the coronoid process. We report a case of dislocation of the coronoid process above a zygomaticomaxillary complex fracture locking the mandible. We also report the surgical management of this uncommon case and its follow-up.
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- Eccrine spiradenoma is a rare, benign tumor of the sweat glands mainly affecting the scalp, face, and trunk.
- A case of a 64-year-old man with a persistent lesion on his nose was diagnosed as an eccrine spiradenoma after surgical excision and examination.
- While the tumor is benign, there is a risk of recurrence and malignant transformation, especially if not completely removed, making awareness and proper treatment essential.