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Area of Science:

  • Plastic Surgery
  • Reconstructive Surgery
  • Trauma Surgery

Background:

  • Acute facial trauma, often from motor vehicle accidents, can result in significant skeletal, neuromuscular, and mucosal defects.
  • Reconstruction of these complex defects frequently requires flap coverage due to local tissue scarcity.
  • Free skin flaps are essential for restoring form and function in extensive facial injuries.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To evaluate the efficacy of free flap reconstructions in managing acute facial trauma defects.
  • To analyze the types of injuries, flap choices, and outcomes in patients undergoing free flap surgery for facial trauma.
  • To determine the role of free flaps in achieving primary reconstruction and functional restoration.

Main Methods:

  • A retrospective review of six free flap reconstructions for acute facial trauma over a 10-year period.
  • Analysis of defect location, size, associated injuries (fractures, nerve damage, muscle loss), flap type, and reconstructive procedures.
  • Assessment of flap outcomes, including viability and need for re-exploration.

Main Results:

  • Six patients (4 male, 2 female; ages 18-63) with facial defects ranging from 96-346 cm² underwent reconstruction.
  • Common associated injuries included fractures (3), facial nerve injuries (2), and muscle loss (1).
  • Anterolateral thigh flaps (5) and radial artery forearm flaps (1) were utilized, with successful outcomes in 5 out of 6 cases (one flap loss due to aspergillosis).

Conclusions:

  • Free flap coverage is a viable and effective option for high-velocity acute facial trauma, particularly in non-ballistic injuries.
  • It facilitates single-stage debridement, flap coverage, and simultaneous reconstruction of functional facial units.
  • This approach offers improved possibilities for primary reconstruction and better functional outcomes in complex facial defects.