Millard rotation-advancement technique
A widely used surgical method for unilateral cleft lip repair that involves rotating and advancing tissue flaps for optimal aesthetic outcome.
Full Definition
The Millard rotation-advancement technique is a fundamental surgical approach for correcting unilateral cleft lip deformities, developed by Dr. Ralph Millard. The procedure involves creating a rotation flap from the medial lip segment and an advancement flap from the lateral segment, allowing for natural reconstruction of the lip's anatomy. This technique is preferred because it preserves the philtral column, maintains proper lip height, and produces excellent aesthetic results with minimal visible scarring.
Usage
Usage note: Capitalize 'Millard' as it refers to the surgeon's name; hyphenate 'rotation-advancement'.
In Context
- "The plastic surgeon performed a Millard rotation-advancement technique for the complete unilateral cleft lip." — Operative report
- "Follow-up showed excellent results following the Millard rotation-advancement technique with minimal scarring." — Post-operative note