Double opposing V-Y hinge flap.

Ann Plast Surg

Department of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, Ishikiri-Seiki Hospital, 18-28 Yayoi-Cho, Higashi-Osaka City, Osaka 579-8026, Japan.

Published: December 2003

A relatively large earlobe hole was closed with triangular flaps on both sides using a V-Y plasty. The design and elevation of this flap are simple and easy. This flap can close relatively large earlobe holes, preventing earlobe deformity.

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