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1Department of Otolaryngology- Head and Neck Surgery, University Hospitals Cleveland Medical Center, Case Western Reserve University School of Medicine, 11100 Euclid Avenue, LKS 5045, Cleveland, OH 44106, USA.
Otolaryngologic Clinics of North America
|May 12, 2023
Summary
Free flaps surgery, a key reconstructive method for head and neck defects, has seen many advancements. This review details common free flaps and their donor site selection for complex reconstructions.
Area of Science:
- Reconstructive Surgery
- Head and Neck Surgery
- Microsurgery
Background:
- Microvascular free tissue transfer, or free flaps surgery, is essential for complex head and neck reconstruction.
- Significant advancements in the number and types of free flaps have occurred over the past 30 years.
Purpose of the Study:
- To review the most common free flaps utilized in head and neck reconstruction.
- To highlight the unique characteristics of each flap for donor site selection.
Main Methods:
- Literature review of common free flaps in head and neck reconstruction.
- Analysis of flap characteristics and donor site considerations.
Main Results:
- Identification of prevalent free flaps used in head and neck surgery.
- Discussion of donor site selection criteria based on flap characteristics and defect type.
Conclusions:
- Proper selection of free flaps is crucial for successful head and neck reconstruction.
- Understanding flap variations aids in optimizing reconstructive outcomes.
