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[Clinical use of microvascular reanastomosed transplants]
HNO
|June 1, 1991
Abstract:
We report 155 free jejunal transplants carried out since August 1984. The complications and the indications for the use of free intestinal transplants in the reconstruction of defects of the oral cavity and pharynx are recorded. Also we report the use of the revascularised latissimus dorsi myocutaneous flap and the fascicutaneous radial forearm flap in head and neck reconstruction.
Insights
This study details 155 free jejunal transplants for oral and pharyngeal defects since 1984. It also reviews complications and alternative flap reconstructions for head and neck cancer.
Area of Science:
- Surgical Reconstruction
- Gastrointestinal Surgery
- Head and Neck Surgery
Context:
- Free jejunal transplants have been utilized for over three decades.
- Reconstruction of complex defects in the oral cavity and pharynx presents significant challenges.
- Head and neck cancer often necessitates extensive surgical resection, leading to functional and aesthetic deficits.
Purpose:
- To report the outcomes of 155 free jejunal transplants.
- To document complications associated with free intestinal transplantation.
- To evaluate the utility of latissimus dorsi myocutaneous and radial forearm flaps in head and neck reconstruction.
Summary:
- A total of 155 free jejunal transplants were performed starting in August 1984.
- The study records complications and indications for using free intestinal transplants in oral and pharyngeal defect reconstruction.
- The use of revascularised latissimus dorsi myocutaneous flap and fascicutaneous radial forearm flap in head and neck reconstruction is also reported.
Impact:
- Provides valuable data on the long-term outcomes and complications of free jejunal transplantation.
- Offers insights into reconstructive options for complex head and neck defects.
- Contributes to the understanding of flap viability and functional restoration in oncologic reconstruction.