Review of helical rim reconstruction techniques

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Introduction and objective: In this article we review the results of the reconstruction of the helical rim defects after the removal of the skin cancer. We Analyze the different methods of reconstruction and treatment modalities. Method: Narrative review in PubMed databases and search strategy: (((((((helical rim) OR helix)) AND defects) AND reconstruction) AND skin cancer. 46 articles were obtained in English or Spanish from which were selected 19 for the qualitative study. Results: More than half were reconstructed by simple single?step techniques; others required several reconstruction times. Discussion: There are several methods of surgical repair of helical rim defects. Small defects can usually be closed primarily with various wedge resections. For medium-sized defects, chondrocutaneous advancement flaps. Large defects typically need bipediculated tubing flaps or a temporoparietal fascial flap with skin and cartilage grafts. Conclusions: This mini review summarizes various reconstruction options for defects involving helical rim defects, facilitating rapid decision for surgeons according to the nature of the defect.
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Salom-Coveñas, C., Haro-García, M., & Porras-Alonso, E. (2019). Review of helical rim reconstruction techniques. Revista ORL, 10(4), 263–268. https://doi.org/10.14201/orl.20675

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Carmen Salom-Coveñas

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Hospital universitario de Puerto Real, Cádiz
Residente de cuarto año de otorrinolaringología del Hospital universitario de Puerto Real, Cádiz

Matilde Haro-García

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Hospital universitario de Puerto Real, Cádiz
 METADATOSCarmen Salom Coveñashttps://orcid.org/0000-0001-8696-1782Matilde Haro Garcíahttps:/ /orcid.org/0000-0002-6911-6082Eulalia Porras Alonsohttps://orcid.org/0000-0002-2820-5900
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