219) Which of the following statements is TRUE about the Millard operative technique in unilateral cleft lip repair?
A. It is not a flexible technique.
B. Excessive normal good tissue is discarded.
C. It provides a difficult nasal access.
D. The resulting lip scar is not well camouflaged.
E. Extensive undermining is required to avoid closure with excessive tension.
REFERENCES & ANSWER
Sykes J. M.: Diagnosis and Treatment of Cleft Lip and Palate Deformities, Chapter 65, Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, Thieme Medical Publishers, second edition (Ira Papel, editor) pp. 818-822, 2002
Capone R. B., Sykes J. M.: Evaluation and Management of Cleft Lip and Palate Disorders, Chapter 76, Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, Thieme Medical Publishers, Third edition (Ira Papel, editor) pp. 1059-1078, 2009
219) E Extensive undermining is required to avoid closure with excessive tension.
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