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Regional flaps in facial reconstruction.

S R Baker1

  • 1University of Michigan Hospitals, Department of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery, Ann Arbor.

Otolaryngologic Clinics of North America
|October 1, 1990
PubMed
Summary

Regional flaps are essential for extensive head and neck soft-tissue defects. The deltopectoral flap is preferred for facial and neck skin reconstruction, while forehead flaps are used for nasal defects.

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Area of Science:

  • Plastic Surgery
  • Reconstructive Surgery
  • Head and Neck Surgery

Background:

  • Extensive soft-tissue defects in the head and neck often necessitate regional flap reconstruction.
  • Local flaps may be insufficient, leading to functional or aesthetic impairments.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To review the selection and application of regional flaps for head and neck soft-tissue reconstruction.
  • To compare the efficacy of different regional flaps based on defect type and location.

Main Methods:

  • Review of regional flap techniques for head and neck reconstruction.
  • Discussion of flap selection criteria based on defect characteristics.
  • Comparison of deltopectoral flaps, musculocutaneous flaps, and forehead flaps.

Main Results:

  • Medially based deltopectoral flaps are often preferred for facial and neck skin defects due to lower bulk and donor-site morbidity.
  • Forehead flaps, particularly the median flap, are suitable for nasal reconstruction, with oblique flaps offering additional length.
  • Pectoralis major musculocutaneous flaps are advantageous for large oral cavity and pharyngeal defects, offering good coverage and single-stage reconstruction.

Conclusions:

  • Regional flap selection is crucial for successful head and neck reconstruction.
  • Deltopectoral and pectoralis major musculocutaneous flaps are valuable options for various head and neck defects.
  • While effective, some regional flap reconstructions may have a high incidence of distal anastomotic stenosis.

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