Bilobed Flaps: An Esthetic Method of Reconstructing Circular Defects

Abstract

Local flap reconstruction is an important skill used to excise and repair many cutaneous defects in various anatomical regions of body. In this article, the authors have described the bilobed flap reconstruction technique useful in the resection of various circular and semicircular defects, especially over nose tip and lateral wall of the nose. The authors have highlighted various indications, procedural techniques, and complications related to the surgery which will help in better esthetic outcome.