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    Keywords:
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    • Plastic Surgery
    • Head and Neck Surgery
    • Microsurgery

    Background:

    • Head and neck reconstruction presents significant surgical challenges.
    • Variations in recipient vessels and flap choice complicate these procedures.
    • Effective surgical planning is crucial for successful outcomes.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To review common recipient vessel variations in the neck.
    • To discuss alternative techniques for managing these variations.
    • To detail commonly used flaps and highlight surgical considerations.

    Main Methods:

    • Literature review of surgical techniques and flap options.
    • Analysis of recipient vessel variations in head and neck anatomy.
    • Discussion of safety, potential pitfalls, and technical pearls.

    Main Results:

    • Common recipient vessel variations and their management strategies are identified.
    • Key flaps for head and neck reconstruction are analyzed.
    • Practical surgical tips and safety considerations are provided.

    Conclusions:

    • Understanding recipient vessel variations is key to successful head and neck reconstruction.
    • Careful flap selection and technique are essential.
    • This review provides a guide for surgeons facing complex cases.