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The new tongue.

J Conley, M E Sachs, R B Parke

    Otolaryngology--Head and Neck Surgery : Official Journal of American Academy of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery
    |January 1, 1982
    PubMed
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    Rehabilitating partial glossectomies is challenging. This study explores using pectoralis major myocutaneous flaps to reconstruct tongue defects, offering new possibilities for tongue rehabilitation.

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    Area of Science:

    • Reconstructive Surgery
    • Head and Neck Surgery
    • Oral Oncology

    Background:

    • Rehabilitation after major tongue resections presents significant challenges.
    • Current methods for restoring tongue function post-surgery are often limited.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To evaluate the feasibility and rationale of using pectoralis major myocutaneous flaps for tongue reconstruction.
    • To introduce a novel "new tongue" fabrication technique using this flap.

    Main Methods:

    • Utilizing pectoralis major myocutaneous flaps for partial glossectomy reconstruction.
    • Exploring flap transposition with intact nerve supply or denervated.
    • Investigating neurotization of the flap by intact tongue segments or hypoglossal nerve transfer.

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    Main Results:

    • The pectoralis major myocutaneous flap offers versatile options for tongue reconstruction.
    • Segmental innervation allows for intact nerve supply or denervated transposition.
    • Potential for neurotization via intact tongue or nerve transfer exists.

    Conclusions:

    • Pectoralis major myocutaneous flaps provide a viable and adaptable solution for tongue rehabilitation.
    • This technique introduces innovative approaches to restoring tongue function after resection.
    • The described methods represent a new phase in tongue reconstruction and rehabilitation.