Update in Unilateral Cleft Lip Surgery | Journal CME Article-Journal CME Article: Update in Unilateral Cleft Lip Surgery V5

Journal CME Article: Update in Unilateral Cleft Lip Surgery V5

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The process of marking a cleft lip involves tattooing key points to prevent losing them during surgical incision. This is done using a modified 25-gauge needle. Essential points like bow points, the gutter point, and the vermilion cutaneous junction are tattooed. The cleft margin is excised with a wick blade, ensuring incision through the vermilion is straight to maintain muscle integrity. Local anesthesia is avoided initially to preserve natural lip markings despite increased bleeding. Utilizing a 67 beaver blade, mucosal cuts are made, and skin and muscle are strategically released for effective muscle repair.

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Straight Line Repair - Operative Details Part 1. Video 5 from "Update in Unilateral Cleft Lip Surgery" 148 (2) CME

Keywords

cleft lip surgery

tattooing key points

vermilion cutaneous junction

muscle integrity

67 beaver blade