Publications by authors named "Kutay Durukan"
Introduction: The pectoral myocutaneous flap (PMF) is a workhorse regional reconstructive option for head and neck defects. It is commonly used for primary reconstructions due to its advantages or as a life-boat flap in the salvage of failed reconstructions of free flaps. However, it also has intrinsic drawbacks, such as perfusion problems and partial or complete flap loss.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFFree flaps have become the main alternative for intraoral reconstruction in current practice. However, controversy exists on pros and cons of different free flap options for this challenging area. Although there are various studies focusing on different free flap options, comparative studies are very few and there is not a single study comparing all 4 thin free flap options for intraoral reconstruction.
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- Surgical manipulation of the nasal tip is crucial for achieving both functional and aesthetic goals in rhinoplasty, with key techniques including cephalic strip excision and structural grafting to create a stable framework.
- Suture techniques, especially transdomal sutures, play a crucial role in fine-tuning the nasal tip's shape, projection, and angulation, addressing issues like bulbous or boxy appearances.
- This article discusses the impact of cephalad placement of transdomal sutures based on an analysis of 223 consecutive primary rhinoplasty cases.