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The levator scapulae muscle flap. A new use.
The Journal of Laryngology and Otology
|May 1, 1985
Summary
The levator scapulae flap effectively repairs small mouth and pharynx defects, often with split skin grafts. Its blood flow characteristics are crucial for successful reconstruction, offering an alternative to other flap techniques.
Area of Science:
- Surgical Reconstruction
- Plastic Surgery
- Head and Neck Surgery
Background:
- The levator scapulae flap is a reconstructive option.
- Understanding flap vascularity is essential for surgical success.
- Repair of oro-pharyngeal defects presents unique challenges.