Single stage reconstruction of complex head and neck defects involving the skin with a single ALT flap: A ten year review.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Multicomponent defects of the head and neck involving the cervical skin pose a reconstructive challenge for microsurgeons and usually requires two flaps. However, many patients who undergo such surgical treatment had prior treatment with radiotherapy and the availability of recipient vessels for free flap reconstruction may be limited. The purpose of this study was to review our experience in the reconstruction of these extensive head and neck defects using a single ALT free flap.

Methods

A total of 21 patients with complex defects of the head and neck involving multiple anatomical subunits, including the overlying cervical skin, underwent reconstruction with a single ALT flap. The clinical, functional, and aesthetic outcomes of these patients were reviewed.

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SUBMITTER: Caliceti U 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC7061564 | biostudies-literature | 2019 Dec

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature