I think it should be possible to apply the function for each of the selected edges with a relatively simple script... not sure exactly how to build it though... Found this after a quick search:
Code:
for ( $node in $select ) // process each selection {
/* … */
}
I can't test it because I currently don't have Maya installed but you can get the command for 'Flip Triangle Edge' from the script editor after using the operation. just replace it with the '/* … */' and run the script with the edges selected.
As for the selection of the edges - hammer has mentioned select edge loop/ring tool which should help you both spot and fix the problematic sections.
Hope this helped,
Benny
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