Year: 2025
Type: article
Study design: Case Report
Abstract: Basal cell carcinoma (BCC) is the most common malignant skin tumor, particularly in the periocular region, where its locally invasive growth can compromise important structures. In advanced cases requiring block resection and enucleation, careful reconstruction is crucial to restore both function and aesthetics. The temporalis flap, with its excellent vascularization and volume-enhancing properties, has become an effective reconstructive option for covering extensive orbital defects. This flap, harvested from the temporalis muscle, is dissected and rotated into the orbital cavity, providing a secure and stable coverage. Despite potential complications such as progressive atrophy or flap retraction, outcomes are generally satisfactory. In the case presented, the patient experienced excellent postoperative progress, with proper flap integration and no major complications. This case emphasizes the significance of surgical reconstruction using the temporalis flap for orbital defect rehabilitation following malignant tumor resections like basal cell carcinoma, demonstrating its effectiveness in both functional and aesthetic terms.
Authors: Centro Médico Lic. Adolfo López Mateos Toluca, Estado de México., Daniel Agustín Rivera Márquez, Francisco Antonio Rodríguez García, José Ángel Rodríguez Díaz, Francisco Aurelio Sanchez Osorio, Instituto Superior de Ciências da Saúde Carlos Chagas., Fabiola González Rodríguez, Universidad Justo Sierra., Jaime Yahel Rangel Reyes, Campus Universitario Siglo XXI., Bresnov Gonzalez Aranda, Instituto Superior de Ciências da Saúde Carlos Chagas., Luis Fernández de Córdova Rio de la Loza, Instituto Superior de Ciências da Saúde Carlos Chagas., Ernesto Alejandro Martínez Castellanos, Alma Flor Corona Garatachea, Instituto Politécnico Nacional., María Guadalupe Nieblas Serrano
Language: English
Subfield: Surgery
Field: Medicine
Domain: Health Sciences
Open Access status: hybrid
OpenAlex ID: W4410416299