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Journal of the Korean Society of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeons 2007;34(5):653-655.
Published online September 1, 2007.
Reconstruction of Scarred Umbilicus Using an Inverted C-V Flap: A Case Report.
Yoon Gi Hong, Jong Je Cho
Department of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, Kangbuk Samsung Hospital, Sungkyunkwan University School of Medicine, Seoul, Korea. hipson21@dreamwiz.com
Abstract
PURPOSE
The umbilicus is an important aesthetic component of the abdomen. Its absence is both cosmetically and psychologically distressing to the patient. Umbilical reconstruction should always be aimed at creating an umbilicus of sufficient depth and good morphology with less scarring. The C-V flap developed for nipple reconstruction was used in an inverted fashion in case of umbilical reconstruction. The aim of this article is to report our experience of scarred umbilical reconstruction using inverted C-V flap. METHODS: A 22-year-old woman presented with contracted scar tissue in the umbilical region because she had undergone surgical correction of an umbilical hernia at 5 year of age. Pedicle of the inverted C-V flap was based cephalically. For enhancing depth of the umbilicus, three anchoring sutures to linea alba were done at both lateral and caudal aspects of the umbilical tube. Primary closures were done at donor sites of the V flaps and bolster sutures were done in the caudal direction of the inverted umbilical tube.
RESULTS
The patient was satisfied with the appearance of umbilicus. Major complications such as dehiscence, infection, and delayed healing did not occur.
CONCLUSION
The inverted C-V flap is easy and simple technique, and it can produce a satisfactory reconstruction of umbilical structure.
Keywords: Scarred umbilical reconstruction; Inverted C-V flap
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