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Radial forearm flaps

J F Moscoso1, M L Urken

  • 1Mount Sinai School of Medicine, New York, New York.

Otolaryngologic Clinics of North America
|December 1, 1994
PubMed
Summary
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Reconstructing oral and pharyngeal function after surgery is challenging. Neurosensory radial forearm flaps offer a promising solution for head and neck reconstruction, improving functional outcomes.

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Area of Science:

  • Plastic Surgery
  • Head and Neck Surgery
  • Reconstructive Surgery

Background:

  • Restoring oral cavity and pharyngeal function post-ablation is difficult.
  • Current methods may impede residual soft tissue function due to bulky flaps.
  • Dynamic anesthesia can also impact functional recovery.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To examine the anatomy of neurosensory radial forearm flaps.
  • To detail the harvest technique for these flaps.
  • To assess their applicability in head and neck reconstruction.

Main Methods:

  • Review of anatomical considerations for radial forearm flaps.
  • Description of the surgical harvest procedure.
  • Evaluation of flap suitability for oral and pharyngeal defects.

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Main Results:

  • Radial forearm flaps possess unique attributes beneficial for reconstruction.
  • These flaps provide neurosensory restoration.
  • The donor site characteristics make it ideal for specific defects.

Conclusions:

  • Neurosensory radial forearm flaps are the preferred choice for many oral cavity and pharyngeal reconstructions.
  • They offer advantages over conventional methods in functional restoration.
  • Further application in head and neck surgery is warranted.