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Pharyngostome closure using the radial forearm free flap
1Welsh Regional Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery Centre, St Lawrence Hospital, Chepstow.
British Journal of Plastic Surgery
|July 1, 1989
Summary
The radial forearm free flap offers a versatile technique for pharyngostome closure. This method can be used alone or with local flaps for reconstruction, improving surgical outcomes.
Area of Science:
- Reconstructive surgery
- Head and neck surgery
Background:
- Pharyngostome closure presents surgical challenges.
- Free flap reconstruction offers potential solutions.