Application of kite subcutaneous pedicled skin flap to repair philtrum skin defects

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Objective To evaluate the clinical effect of subcutaneous pedicle skin flap for repairing skin and soft tissue defect in the philtrum area. Methods From November 2015 to July 2016, 6 patients with pigmented nevus and basal cell carcinoma were treated with regional subcutaneous pedicled flaps. The functional and aesthetical outcomes were evaluated. Results Follow-up was performed at 6-12 months postoperatively. All 6 flaps survived. The wounds healing was good, and the postoperative appearance was satisfactory. Conclusions The kite subcutaneous pedicled flap is an ideal method for repairing the skin and soft tissue defects in philtrum area, and it can produce satisfactory clinical results.