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Tongue necrosis after radical neck dissection.

D T Gault1

  • 1North East Thames Regional Plastic Surgery Unit, St. Andrew's Hospital, Billericay, Essex, England.

Head & Neck Surgery
|May 1, 1988
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Bilateral neck dissection can lead to tongue necrosis, a rare complication. This case highlights the importance of monitoring patients post-surgery, especially those with prior radiotherapy.

Area of Science:

  • Head and Neck Surgery
  • Surgical Complications
  • Oncology

Background:

  • Radical neck dissection is a surgical procedure for head and neck cancers.
  • Prior radiotherapy can alter tissue vascularity and healing potential.
  • Bilateral neck dissection involves removing lymph nodes from both sides of the neck.

Observation:

  • A patient undergoing bilateral neck dissection experienced a delayed complication.
  • Necrosis, or tissue death, affected the anterior portion of the tongue.
  • This complication manifested within the first week post-operation.

Findings:

  • The case presents an unusual complication following bilateral neck dissection.
  • Tongue necrosis occurred despite no immediate signs of vascular compromise.

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  • Previous radiotherapy was a significant factor in the patient's history.

    • Implications:

    • This case underscores the potential for delayed and unusual complications after neck dissection.
    • Awareness of tongue necrosis is crucial for surgeons performing bilateral neck dissections.
    • Further research may explore preventative strategies for patients with prior radiotherapy.