Total eyebrow reconstruction with a free superficial temporal artery flap: A case report
Year: 2024
Type: article
Study design: Case Report
Abstract: The eyebrow plays a crucial role in facial aesthetics and expression. Reconstructing an eyebrow defect remains a challenge due to the unique characteristics of eyebrow hair. While various advanced methods exist, we report the first documented use of a free superficial temporal artery flap for total eyebrow reconstruction. This case study describes a successful eyebrow reconstruction in a patient with a total eyebrow defect. The free superficial temporal artery flap provided excellent vascularity, texture, and hair growth, mimicking the natural eyebrow. Our findings suggest that the free superficial temporal artery flap offers a promising new option for reconstructing large eyebrow defects. This technique warrants further investigation in larger patient populations.
Source: JPRAS Open
Author: Nguyen Van Phung
Institution: Tra Vinh University
Language: English
Subfield: Surgery
Field: Medicine
Domain: Health Sciences
Open Access status: gold
Estimated APC paid: $1,920
OpenAlex ID: W4404805478