The New Face of the Switch Flap in the Reconstruction of a Large Upper Eyelid Defect

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(a) A large nodular tumor with telangiectatic surface vessels involving the lateral half of the right upper lid. (b) The flap with a nasally oriented vascular pedicle. (c) The bolster of the lateral temporary tarsorrhaphy in place. (d) The reconstruction of the lower lid at the second stage of the procedure. (e) A satisfactory cosmetic appearance of both lids. (f) The full lid closure.

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