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[A scapular osteo-cutaneous flap in mandibular reconstruction]
J M Thomassin1, J Bardot, J M Inedjian
1Service O.R.L. Hôpital Sainte-Maguerite, Marseille.
Revue De Stomatologie Et De Chirurgie Maxillo-Faciale
|January 1, 1990
Summary
The scapular T.O.L.V. (thoracodorsal artery, oblique latissimus dorsi, vascularized) flap effectively reconstructs the mandible and oral mucosa after cancer surgery. This technique improves swallowing and speech without shoulder complications.
Area of Science:
- Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery
- Head and Neck Reconstruction
- Microsurgery