'Downfacial degloving' during temporary mandibulotomy in oncosurgery

摘要

Extended oropharyngeal carcinoma are frequently resected using an "open" approach via temporary mandibulotomy. One disadvantage of this technique is a visible scar formation at the lower lip and the chin. This can be avoided by remaining continuity/integrity of the lower lip and the chin by a "downfacial degloving" approach. This technique allows an adequate exposition and resection of the tumor with an optimal functional as well as aesthetic result in the lower midface. Downfacial degloving during temporary mandibulotomy in oncosurgery is a simple technique with an optimal functional and aesthetic result.