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The analysis of the group of 26 patients showed that the lip cancer patient was predominantly female, urban, with a mean age of 73.27\u00b111.17 years old, with squamous cell carcinoma of the lower lip, mean diameter of 1.52 cm and mean depth of 0.72 cm. The tumor characteristics revealed a guide of the decision on the method of lip reconstruction, considering the correlations between a variety of factors, including the size of the affected area, etiology and location of the formation, integration of the flap into the relaxed skin tension lines, the patient general condition, and the degree of cooperation. Regardless of the reconstructive method chosen, the aim is to preserve the functions of the lip in mastication, speech and definition of facial expression. Complex cases require extensive reconstructive interventions involving combinations of various types of flaps. 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