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Published on: September 29, 2018
Outcomes research in head and neck reconstruction
1Department of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery, University of Washington, Seattle, WA 98195, USA.
Facial Plastic Surgery : FPS
|June 14, 2002
Summary
Reconstructing the oromandibular complex after cancer surgery can restore function and appearance. More research is needed to standardize reporting and evaluate functional outcomes of these head and neck cancer reconstructions.
Area of Science:
- Oncology
- Head and Neck Surgery
- Reconstructive Surgery
Background:
- Advanced upper aerodigestive tract malignancies significantly impact functions like speech and swallowing.
- Oromandibular complex reconstruction aims to restore function, appearance, and oncologic principles.
Purpose of the Study:
- To discuss outcomes research in head and neck reconstruction.
- To highlight the need for objective study parameters and uniform reporting systems.
Main Methods:
- Review of current literature on oromandibular reconstruction outcomes.
- Discussion of objective study parameters using the oral cavity as a model.
Main Results:
- Microvascular free tissue techniques enable common single-stage oromandibular reconstruction.
- Few studies have critically examined functional outcomes due to limited, retrospective data and lack of uniform reporting.
Conclusions:
- Standardized reporting of defect size, location, patient function, and quality of life is crucial.
- Further research is needed to objectively evaluate functional outcomes in head and neck reconstruction.
