The double hatchet flap as a potential alternative closure technique for scalp defects

Leg defect reconstruction with double hatchet flaps: report of eight cases

“…Again, the DHF technique has shown excellent results in the reconstruction of middle to large scalp defects (9,10). HF is a sliding and rotation flap characterized by an easy mobilization, due to its relatively narrow pedicle (10). HF is a sliding and rotation flap characterized by an easy mobilization, due to its relatively narrow pedicle (10).…”

“…Subsequently, Sowerby et al reviewed extensively the DHF variant, which had been used in over 300 cases in different localizations of the head and neck area (8). Again, the DHF technique has shown excellent results in the reconstruction of middle to large scalp defects (9,10). However, the use of this flap to restore defects on the lower extremities has been rarely reported (6,8).…”

“…However, the use of this flap to restore defects on the lower extremities has been rarely reported (6,8). HF is a sliding and rotation flap characterized by an easy mobilization, due to its relatively narrow pedicle (10). Therefore, it can be utilized also in sites with poor skin laxity, like the scalp and legs.…”

Der Komet‐Lappen: eine alternative Methode für die Rekonstruktion von Gesichtsdefekten

“…Jedoch ist, je nach Größe und Lokalisation des Defekts und abhängig v o n angrenzenden freien Rändern, ein primärer Wundverschluss nicht immer möglich. In diesen Fällen sowie beim Auftreten übermäßiger Spannung werden Hauttransplantate und lokale Lappenplastiken verwendet . Im Folgenden beschreiben wir den Komet‐Lappen (Synonym: dog ear rotation flap ) als eine einfache Lösung zum Verschluss mittelgroßer bis großer Defekte.…”

The comet flap: an alternative technique for the reconstruction of facial defects

“…However, depending on defect size, location, and adjacent free margins, primary wound closure is not always feasible. In such cases, and when there is excessive tension, skin grafts and local flaps are used . In the following paragraphs, we describe the comet flap (synonym: dog‐ear rotation flap) as a simple solution enabling the closure of medium‐sized as well as large defects.…”