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Zaitoun A, Fata M, Shafei ME, Abdeldayem M, Koraitim M. Application of supraclavicular island flap in oral and maxillofacial reconstruction. Oral Maxillofac Surg 2024; 28:893-908. [PMID: 38355871 DOI: 10.1007/s10006-024-01225-2] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/01/2023] [Accepted: 02/07/2024] [Indexed: 02/16/2024]
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Several surgical modalities are available for maxillofacial reconstruction as locoregional or microvascular free flaps. PURPOSE (a) Evaluate the reliability of the supraclavicular flap in cervico-orofacial region; (b) investigate the role of computed tomography angiography (CTA) in predicting the post-operative viability of the flap; (c) assess the speech, feeding, and esthetics after reconstruction using this flap. METHODS Eleven patients included in this study underwent either conventional or delayed harvesting of the supraclavicular flap (SCF). All the patients had diagnostic computed tomography angiography (CTA) of the supraclavicular flap before the surgery. RESULTS The mean harvesting time of the flap was 45.45 ± 4.16 min. The average length of the flap was 22.64 ± 1.12 cm, whereas the mean width of the flap was 6.14 ± 1.14 cm. The flap survived in 9 patients, while two patients had complete flap loss. After the surgery, three patients complained of speech difficulties. Two patients had swallowing problems. After the surgery, three patients complained of speech difficulties. Two patients had swallowing problems. Only two patients complained of weakness in the donor site. None of the patients reported that the weakness or pain at the donor site affected their daily activities or quality of life. CONCLUSION The pedicled SCF represents a safe and feasible option that can be used to reconstruct a wide array of maxillofacial oncologic defects. However, a study with a larger sample size is recommended to achieve more reliable clinical results for the modified delayed technique modification in terms of their effect on the survival of the supraclavicular flap.
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- Abdalla Zaitoun
- Department of Maxillofacial and Plastic Surgery, Faculty of Dentistry, Alexandria University, Alexandria, Egypt.
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- Department of Maxillofacial and Plastic Surgery, Faculty of Dentistry, Alexandria University, Alexandria, Egypt
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- Department of Diagnostic and Interventional Radiology, Faculty of Medicine, Alexandria University, Alexandria, Egypt
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- Department of Maxillofacial and Plastic Surgery, Faculty of Dentistry, Alexandria University, Alexandria, Egypt
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- Department of Maxillofacial and Plastic Surgery, Faculty of Dentistry, Alexandria University, Alexandria, Egypt
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Elahi F, Spuck N, Berger M, Kramer FJ, Heim N. Mathematical approach improves predictability of length of hospitalisation due to oral squamous cell carcinoma: a retrospective investigation of 153 patients. Br J Oral Maxillofac Surg 2023; 61:605-611. [PMID: 37852819 DOI: 10.1016/j.bjoms.2023.09.004] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/13/2023] [Revised: 07/06/2023] [Accepted: 09/18/2023] [Indexed: 10/20/2023]
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Oral squamous cell carcinoma (OSCC), a common cancer of the head and neck, is a major public health problem. The length of stay in hospital (LOS) of patients with OSCC, which can range from a few days to several months, has implications for the patient's recovery. The aim of the study was to identify and evaluate risk factors that have an impact on the prolongation of inpatient hospital stay. A four-year retrospective study reviewed hospital records of 153 inpatients with OSCC. A statistical model for discrete time-to-event data, with the LOS in hospital measured in days for which the event of interest was discharge from hospital, was applied. The model utilises a tree-building algorithm to identify relevant risk factors for a prolonged LOS. Age, type of flap, and occurrence of complications turned out to be relevant variables. Before, and on day 12, the LOS was mainly dependent on flap type and age, whereas after day 12 it was influenced by the presence of early complications. Predicting the likelihood of discharge can improve the management and resource utilisation of the healthcare system among inpatients.
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- Franziska Elahi
- Department of Oral and Cranio-Maxillo and Facial Plastic Surgery, University Hospital Bonn, Venusberg-Campus 1, 53127 Bonn, Germany.
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- Institute of Medical Biometry, Informatics and Epidemiology, Medical Faculty, University of Bonn, Venusberg-Campus 1, 53127 Bonn, Germany.
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- Institute of Medical Biometry, Informatics and Epidemiology, Medical Faculty, University of Bonn, Venusberg-Campus 1, 53127 Bonn, Germany.
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- Department of Oral and Cranio-Maxillo and Facial Plastic Surgery, University Hospital Bonn, Venusberg-Campus 1, 53127 Bonn, Germany.
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- Department of Oral and Cranio-Maxillo and Facial Plastic Surgery, University Hospital Bonn, Venusberg-Campus 1, 53127 Bonn, Germany.
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Achebe JU, Okwesili OR, Uche EO. Pedicled Radial Forearm Flap in Reconstruction of Complex Defects in the Craniofacial Region. JOURNAL OF THE WEST AFRICAN COLLEGE OF SURGEONS 2023; 13:111-115. [PMID: 38449540 PMCID: PMC10914101 DOI: 10.4103/jwas.jwas_296_22] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/30/2022] [Accepted: 07/03/2023] [Indexed: 03/08/2024]
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The radial forearm flap is a fasciocutaneous flap that has been used for reconstructing defects in the craniofacial region, either as a free flap or a pedicled flap. The pedicled radial forearm flap is a reliable option for reconstructing scalp defects. Microvascular free tissue transfer has, however, remained the preferred choice in the reconstruction of most complex scalp defects in the craniofacial region. We present the cases of a 37-year-old woman with an ulcerated malignant lesion on the forehead and a 40-year-old woman with a large malignant tumor on the scalp. Excision of both lesions, which turned out to be squamous cell carcinomas, resulted in complex defects that were reconstructed with pedicled radial forearm flaps. Both patients had satisfactory results and were counseled for radiotherapy.
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Wang Z, Ma W, Wang X, Zeng Q, Hu G. Pedicled thoracoacromial artery compound flaps for circumferential hypopharyngeal reconstruction. Eur Arch Otorhinolaryngol 2023; 280:4641-4647. [PMID: 37395759 DOI: 10.1007/s00405-023-08069-8] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/10/2023] [Accepted: 06/13/2023] [Indexed: 07/04/2023]
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BACKGROUND Total laryngeal and hypopharyngeal resection remained to be the mainly treatment option for advanced hypopharyngeal cancer, which resulted in complicated reconstructive challenge for circumferential hypopharyngeal defect. The pedicled thoracoacromial artery compound flaps included Thoracoacromial artery perforator (TAAP) flap and pectoralis major myocutaneous (PMMC) flap. This study is to evaluate the clinical application of the pedicled thoracoacromial artery compound flaps for circumferential hypopharyngeal reconstruction. METHODS From May 2021 to April 2022, four hypopharyngeal cancer patients with circumferential hypopharyngeal defects were reconstructed by the pedicled thoracoacromial artery compound flaps. All patients were males. Patient age ranged from 35 to 62 years (average, 50 years). The Shoulder function were evaluated by SPADI. The average follow-up was 10.25 months (range from 4 to 18 months). RESULTS All of the pedicled thoracoacromial artery compound flaps in our study survived. The defect length between tongue base and cervical esophagus ranged from 8 to 10 cm after total laryngeal and hypopharyngeal resection. The TAAP flap size ranged from 6 × 7 cm to 7 × 10 cm, and the PMMC flap size ranged from 6 × 7 cm to 9 × 12 cm. The pedicle length of TAAP and PMMC flaps varied, respectively, from 5 to 8 cm (mean 6.5 cm) and 7 cm to 11 cm (mean 8.75 cm). The mean time of TAAP and PMMC flaps harvest was, respectively, 82 min and 39 min. All patients were able to resume soft diet in the fourth week of postoperation, but one patient was operated by gastrostomy in the second month of postoperation because of pharyngeal cavity stenosis, and the patient successfully resumed oral soft diet by endoscopic balloon dilation after postoperation radiotherapy. All patients have resumed oral feeding at last. There were mild dysfunction for our patients according to SPADI during the mid-long follow-up. CONCLUSIONS The pedicled thoracoacromial artery compound flaps have stable blood supply and provide adequate muscle coverage for greater protection during radiotherapy, and the microsurgical skills have no requirement. Therefore, the compound flaps provide a good choice for the reconstruction of circumferential hypopharyngeal defect, especially in the aged or patients with comorbidities who are not able to tolerate prolonged surgery.
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- Zhihai Wang
- Department of Otorhinolaryngology, The First Affiliated Hospital of Chongqing Medical University, Chongqing, 400016, China
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- Department of Otorhinolaryngology, The First Affiliated Hospital of Chongqing Medical University, Chongqing, 400016, China
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- Department of Otorhinolaryngology, The First Affiliated Hospital of Chongqing Medical University, Chongqing, 400016, China
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- Department of Otorhinolaryngology, The First Affiliated Hospital of Chongqing Medical University, Chongqing, 400016, China
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- Department of Otorhinolaryngology, The First Affiliated Hospital of Chongqing Medical University, Chongqing, 400016, China.
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Mastronicola R, Le Roux P, Casse A, Cortese S, Beulque E, Perna M, Dolivet G. Current Approaches to Salvage Surgery for Head and Neck Cancer: A Comprehensive Review. Cancers (Basel) 2023; 15:cancers15092625. [PMID: 37174091 PMCID: PMC10177213 DOI: 10.3390/cancers15092625] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/17/2023] [Revised: 04/28/2023] [Accepted: 05/03/2023] [Indexed: 05/15/2023] Open
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Salvage surgeries of head and neck cancer are often complicated and do not always show decent results. This type of procedure is tough on the patient, as many crucial organs can be affected. A long period of reeducation usually follows the surgery because of the need to rehabilitate functions such as speech or swallowing. In order to lighten the journey of the patients, it is important to develop new technologies and techniques to ease the surgery and limit its damages. This seems even more crucial since progress has been made in the past years, allowing more salvage therapy to take place. This article aims at showing the available tools and procedures for salvage surgeries, such as transoral robotic surgery, free-flap surgery, sentinel node mapping, and many others, that help the work of the medical team to operate or obtain a better understanding of the status of the cancer when taken in charge. Yet, the surgical procedure is not the only thing determining the outcome of the operation. The patient themself and their cancer history also play an important part in the care and must be acknowledged.
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- Romina Mastronicola
- Institut de Cancérologie de Lorraine ICL, 6 Avenue de Bourgogne, 54519 Vandoeuvre-lès-Nancy, France
- CRAN, CNRS, UMR 7039, Université de Lorraine, 54519 Vandoeuvre-lès-Nancy, France
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- Institut de Cancérologie de Lorraine ICL, 6 Avenue de Bourgogne, 54519 Vandoeuvre-lès-Nancy, France
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- Institut de Cancérologie de Lorraine ICL, 6 Avenue de Bourgogne, 54519 Vandoeuvre-lès-Nancy, France
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- Institut de Cancérologie de Lorraine ICL, 6 Avenue de Bourgogne, 54519 Vandoeuvre-lès-Nancy, France
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- Institut de Cancérologie de Lorraine ICL, 6 Avenue de Bourgogne, 54519 Vandoeuvre-lès-Nancy, France
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- Technoport 9, Avenue des Hauts-Fourneaux, 4362 Esch-sur-Alzette, Luxembourg
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- Institut de Cancérologie de Lorraine ICL, 6 Avenue de Bourgogne, 54519 Vandoeuvre-lès-Nancy, France
- CRAN, CNRS, UMR 7039, Université de Lorraine, 54519 Vandoeuvre-lès-Nancy, France
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Chen WL, Zhou B, Huang ZX, Chen R, Dong XY. Various Types of Facial-Angular Artery-Based Flaps for Reconstructing Oral and Maxillofacial Defects Following Cancer Ablation. J Craniofac Surg 2023:00001665-990000000-00679. [PMID: 37081613 DOI: 10.1097/scs.0000000000009337] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/31/2022] [Accepted: 01/01/2023] [Indexed: 04/22/2023] Open
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BACKGROUND The flap based on the facial-angular vessels (FAVs) has several names and cannot capture the hemodynamics. AIMS This study was performed to assess the reliability of various types of flaps based on the FAVs for reconstructing oral and maxillofacial defects following cancer ablation. PATIENTS AND METHODS Forty-three oral and maxillofacial defects were reconstructed with facial-angular artery island flaps (FAAIF, n=14), including V-Y advancement-type and rotation-type flaps based on FAVs and reverse-flow FAAIFs (R-FAAIF, n=29), including ipsilateral, contralateral rotation, full-thickness, and folded types, based on distal FAVs following cancer ablation. The patients (25 males and 18 females) ranged in age from 18 to 82 years. The lesions included basal cell carcinoma (n=26), squamous cell carcinoma (n=8), adenoid cystic carcinoma (n=3), mucoepidermoid carcinoma (n=3), verrucous carcinoma (n=2), and nodular melanoma (n=1). The tumors were classified as clinical stage I to III in 12, 25, and 6 cases, respectively. Lesions were observed in orbital (n=4), infraorbital (n=14), glabellar (n=2), nasal (n=4), cheek (n=10), upper lip (n=3), palate (n=4), and lower gingival (n=2) regions. The defects ranged in size from 2.0×2.5 to 5.0×12.0 cm. The skin paddle ranged in size from 1.5×3.0 to 4.0×12.0 cm. RESULTS There was 1 flap failure, resulting in a flap success rate of 97.7%. Complications, including hematoma, infection, wound dehiscence, and fistula, occurred in 15 (34.9%) patients. Limitations of mouth opening and ectropion occurred in 12 (28.0%) patients. The esthetic outcomes were satisfactory in 36 (83.7%) patients but were not significantly different between the FAAIF and R-FAAIF groups. The patients were followed up for 6 to 60 months. At the time of the last follow-up, 27 (62.8%) patients were alive with no disease, 9 (20.9%) were alive with disease, and 7 (16.3%) had died due to their disease. There was no significant survival difference between the 2 groups. CONCLUSIONS Various types of FAV-based flaps are valuable reconstructive options for the treatment of oral and maxillofacial defects following clinical stage I-III cancer ablation.
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- Wei-Liang Chen
- Department of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, Sun Yat-sen Memorial Hospital of Sun Yat-sen University, Guangzhou, China
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Berdigylyjov MT, Zaderenko IA, Kropotov MA, Aliyeva SB, Stelmakh DK, Dobrokhotova VZ, Berdigylyjova GS. Experience of using a supraclavicular flap in reconstruction of oral cavity defects. HEAD AND NECK TUMORS (HNT) 2023. [DOI: 10.17650/2222-1468-2022-12-4-48-54] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 03/12/2023]
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Introduction. In case of cancer of the oral mucosa at the first stage, the standard treatment approach is radical surgical intervention, with the formation of extensive defects leading to aesthetic and functional disorders. Taking into account the characteristics of defects, choosing a flap is a difficult task. Currently, there is a wide selection of regional and microvascular free flaps. However, not all flaps meet the requirements. The supraclavicular fasciocutaneous flap, being a regional flap, has a number of advantages: easy to harvest, reliable due to the constancy of the vascular pedicle, primary closure of the donor site, scarcity of hair, the possibility of closing various defects of the oral cavity. Aim. To evaluate the possibility of using a supraclavicular flap in patients with oral cancer to restore the defects after surgical treatment.Materials and methods. The study included 10 patients with malignant tumors of the oral cavity who underwent surgical intervention with defect replacement using supraclavicular flap at the N. N. Blokhin National Medical Research Center of Oncology between February of 2015 and May of 2021. In 4 cases, buccal mucosa was affected; in 3 cases, the retromolar area; in 1 case, oral floor mucosa; in 1 case, mandibular alveolar ridge; in 1 case, mobile tongue. Flap sizes were 5–10 × 5–8 cm. Three (3) patients had history of radiotherapy, and 1 of them had a radical dose.Results. In 4 patients without previous radiotherapy, partial flap necrosis was observed. In 1 patient, sutural diastasis in the oral cavity after partial flap necrosis was diagnosed. There were no cases of total flap necrosis and fistula formation. Suture dehiscence in the donor bed was observed in 1 patient only.Conclusion. Use of supraclavicular flap is an option for oral cavity defect replacement after surgical intervention in patients with malignant tumors of the oral cavity producing satisfactory esthetic and functional results. The advantages of this flap are simple flap dissection, reliability of vascular pedicle, flexibility, possibility of replacing large defects, scant hair coverage.
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- M. T. Berdigylyjov
- N.N. Blokhin National Medical Research Center of Oncology, Ministry of Health of Russia
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- N.N. Blokhin National Medical Research Center of Oncology, Ministry of Health of Russia; Peoples’ Friendship University of Russia
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- N.N. Blokhin National Medical Research Center of Oncology, Ministry of Health of Russia
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- N.N. Blokhin National Medical Research Center of Oncology, Ministry of Health of Russia
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- N.N. Blokhin National Medical Research Center of Oncology, Ministry of Health of Russia
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- N.N. Blokhin National Medical Research Center of Oncology, Ministry of Health of Russia; I.M. Sechenov First Moscow State Medical University, Ministry of Health of Russia
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Ma C, Sheng S, Gao W, Haugen T, Zhu Y, Shen Y. Clinical comparison of superior thyroid artery perforator flap and sternocleidomastoid myocutaneous flap for intraoral reconstruction. Int J Oral Maxillofac Surg 2023; 52:318-327. [PMID: 35835682 DOI: 10.1016/j.ijom.2022.06.017] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/27/2021] [Revised: 06/02/2022] [Accepted: 06/30/2022] [Indexed: 11/18/2022]
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The aim was to evaluate the techniques and outcomes of superior thyroid artery perforator flaps (STAPF) for intraoral reconstruction and to compare them with those of the sternocleidomastoid myocutaneous flap (SCMMF). The cases of 43 patients who underwent reconstruction with either a SCMMF or STAPF for the repair of a medium-sized intraoral defect, between January 2013 and December 2020, were reviewed retrospectively. Although both flaps are based on the superior thyroid artery, their specific harvesting techniques largely differ. All SCMMF (n = 23) were superiorly-based rotational flaps with myocutaneous designs. The STAPF cases (n = 20) included 18 septocutaneous flaps and two chimeric flaps. The flap size was larger in the STAPF group (P = 0.008), while incomplete level IIB dissection (oncological safety) was more frequent in the SCMMF group (P = 0.002). The flap necrosis rate was lower in the STAPF group (STAPF 15% vs SCMMF 34.8%, though this was not statistically significant). Cox multivariate analysis showed that the postoperative flap outcome (total flap necrosis vs flap survival; hazard ratio 27, 95% confidence interval 2.149-336.05; P = 0.001) and complications (excluding fistula) (hazard ratio 14, 95% confidence interval 1.314-142.767; P = 0.029) were associated with overall patient survival. Both speech (P < 0.001) and neck mobility (P < 0.001) functions were superior with STAPF reconstruction. Compared with the traditional SCMMF, the STAPF was found to have a lower necrosis rate with uncompromised oncological safety during harvesting. The STAPF is a good alternative for the repair of medium-sized head and neck defects.
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- C Ma
- Department of Oral Maxillofacial-Head Neck Oncology, Ninth People's Hospital, Shanghai Jiao Tong University School of Medicine, Shanghai Key Laboratory of Stomatology, Shanghai, China
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- Department of Oral Maxillofacial-Head Neck Oncology, Ninth People's Hospital, Shanghai Jiao Tong University School of Medicine, Shanghai Key Laboratory of Stomatology, Shanghai, China
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- Department of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, The First Affiliated Hospital of Wenzhou Medical University, Wenzhou, Zhejiang, China
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- Department of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery, Geisinger Medical Center, Danville, PA, USA
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- Department of CT Clinical Research, CT Business Unit, Canon Medical Systems (China) Co., Ltd, Beijing, China
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- Department of Oral Maxillofacial-Head Neck Oncology, Ninth People's Hospital, Shanghai Jiao Tong University School of Medicine, Shanghai Key Laboratory of Stomatology, Shanghai, China.
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Deganello A, Bosio P, Giannini L, Parolini F, Berretti G, Sordi A, Rampinelli V, Gualtieri T. Matrix for Mucosal Regeneration in Transoral Glossectomy for Squamous Cell Carcinoma: Objective and Subjective Functional Evaluation. Curr Oncol 2023; 30:1354-1362. [PMID: 36826065 PMCID: PMC9954828 DOI: 10.3390/curroncol30020104] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/29/2022] [Revised: 01/13/2023] [Accepted: 01/16/2023] [Indexed: 01/19/2023] Open
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BACKGROUND Numerous options to manage local reconstruction following transoral partial glossectomy are possible. In this work, we present our experience using a matrix for mucosal regeneration, Integra®, after transoral resections of squamous cell carcinoma of the oral tongue. METHODS A retrospective analysis of patients treated for tongue carcinoma and reconstruction with Integra®, from September 2017 to September 2022. Functional outcomes were evaluated by measuring swallowing and speech abilities, tongue motility, and subjective quality of life. RESULTS The series accounts for 13 consecutive patients, staged from Tis to T3, no positive resection margins were found, average defect size was 17.8 cm2. The average histologically measured depth of invasion was 4.1 mm (range 2-12 mm), and no recurrences were observed during follow-up. All patients maintained excellent swallowing function, the average number of recognized words by an external listener during a phone call was 70.5 out of 75, the lingual motility test was good (a mean score of 4.5 out of 6 movements correctly executed) and subjective questionnaires results were optimal. Less satisfying functional results were recorded in elderly patients receiving a wider surgical resection. CONCLUSIONS This reconstructive technique for allows obtaining optimal healing and functional outcomes in patients with tumors suitable for transoral glossectomy.
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- Alberto Deganello
- Otolaryngology Head and Neck Surgery Department of IRCCS, National Cancer Institute (INT), 20133 Milan, Italy
- Otolaryngology Head and Neck Surgery Department, Spedali Civili di Brescia, 25123 Brescia, Italy
- Correspondence: ; Tel.: +39-0223902793
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- Otolaryngology Head and Neck Surgery Department, Spedali Civili di Brescia, 25123 Brescia, Italy
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- Otolaryngology Head and Neck Surgery Department of IRCCS, National Cancer Institute (INT), 20133 Milan, Italy
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- Otolaryngology Head and Neck Surgery Department, Spedali Civili di Brescia, 25123 Brescia, Italy
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- Otolaryngology Head and Neck Surgery Department, Spedali Civili di Brescia, 25123 Brescia, Italy
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- Otolaryngology Head and Neck Surgery Department, Spedali Civili di Brescia, 25123 Brescia, Italy
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- Otolaryngology Head and Neck Surgery Department, Spedali Civili di Brescia, 25123 Brescia, Italy
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- Otolaryngology Head and Neck Surgery Department, Spedali Civili di Brescia, 25123 Brescia, Italy
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Salvatori P, Paradisi S, Zani A. Free flaps monitoring by Laser-Doppler Flowmetry in head and neck surgery. ACTA OTORHINOLARYNGOLOGICA ITALICA : ORGANO UFFICIALE DELLA SOCIETA ITALIANA DI OTORINOLARINGOLOGIA E CHIRURGIA CERVICO-FACCIALE 2022; 42:427-433. [PMID: 36541380 PMCID: PMC9793142 DOI: 10.14639/0392-100x-n1956] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/10/2021] [Accepted: 07/26/2022] [Indexed: 12/24/2022]
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Objective Early recognition of free flap vascular impairment is essential for flap salvage attempts. Several methods for surveillance of post-operative flaps are available. Among these, we have extensively used Laser-Doppler Perfusion Flowmetry (LDF) monitoring. We report our experience on this topic and illustrate the advantages and weak points. Methods Over seven years, 110 consecutive free flaps for head and neck reconstruction were monitored using the Periflux System 5000® (Perimed AB, Järfälla, Sweden). In addition to maximum and minimum peaks, a pattern called vasomotion can be detected. Monitoring time lasted from 3 to 7 days, 24/24 h. Results Six of 110 (5.5%) cases of vascular problems were detected and clinically confirmed. In 5 cases, venous thrombosis was present: 4 patients were successfully treated. In 1 case, both arterial and venous thrombosis occurred. Flowmetry data always showed a more or less sudden disappearance of vasomotion. Conclusions LDF is a highly sensible, specific and reliable method. It is easy to use and interpret at low cost. Remote monitoring could also be developed.
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- Pietro Salvatori
- Head & Neck Surgeon (Ret.), Milan, Italy,Correspondence Pietro Salvatori Head & Neck Surgeon (Ret.), via C. Saldini 28, 20133 Milan, Italy E-mail:
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- Department of Otorhinolaryngology, Vimercate Hospital (MB), Italy
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- Department of Otorhinolaryngology, Portogruaro Hospital (VE), Italy
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Lin ME, Tang L, Hasday S, Kwon DI, Selby RR, Kokot NC. Jehovah's witness head and neck free flap reconstruction patient outcomes. Am J Otolaryngol 2022; 44:103681. [DOI: 10.1016/j.amjoto.2022.103681] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/04/2022] [Accepted: 10/16/2022] [Indexed: 11/01/2022]
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Submental flap: no longer a sinister flap—technique and long-term oncological outcomes. EUROPEAN JOURNAL OF PLASTIC SURGERY 2021. [DOI: 10.1007/s00238-021-01807-3] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/21/2022]
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Katna R, Girkar F, Tarafdar D, Bhosale B, Singh S, Agarwal S, Deshpande A, Kalyani N. Pedicled Flap vs. Free Flap Reconstruction in Head and Neck Cancers: Clinical Outcome Analysis from a Single Surgical Team. Indian J Surg Oncol 2021; 12:472-476. [PMID: 34658573 DOI: 10.1007/s13193-021-01353-1] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/26/2020] [Accepted: 05/13/2021] [Indexed: 11/30/2022] Open
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Head and neck cancers are one of the leading causes of morbidity and mortality in Indian population. Reconstruction and restoration of function are also of paramount importance in these patients. The aim of this study was to report outcomes for free flaps and pedicle flaps in patients with oral cavity cancers. A retrospective analysis of 628 patients with oral cavity cancers who underwent reconstruction with either free flaps or pedicle flaps during 2014-2020 was done. The median age of the cohort was 49 years. The free flap reconstruction was performed in 481 (76%) and pedicle flap in 147 (24%) patients. Among free and pedicle flaps, 27 (5.6%) and 3 (2.1%) respectively had major flap complications and 25 (5.1%) and 14 (9.9%) respectively had minor complications. CCI score > 4 was associated with higher events (p = 0.02) in free flap group. The outcomes of free flaps are similar in comparison to pedicle flaps in patients with oral cavity cancers. The higher CCI score is significantly associated with increased flap-related complications for the free flap group.
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- Rakesh Katna
- Department of Oncology, Jaslok Hospital and Research Centre, Pedder Road, Mumbai, 400026 India.,Bombay Hospital and Research Centre, Marine Lines, Mumbai, India.,Vedant Hospital, Thane, India
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- Department of Oncology, Jaslok Hospital and Research Centre, Pedder Road, Mumbai, 400026 India.,Bombay Hospital and Research Centre, Marine Lines, Mumbai, India.,Vedant Hospital, Thane, India
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- Bombay Hospital and Research Centre, Marine Lines, Mumbai, India
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- Department of Oncology, Jaslok Hospital and Research Centre, Pedder Road, Mumbai, 400026 India.,Bombay Hospital and Research Centre, Marine Lines, Mumbai, India
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- Department of Oncology, Jaslok Hospital and Research Centre, Pedder Road, Mumbai, 400026 India
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Katsnelson JY, Tyrell R, Karadsheh MJ, Manstein E, Egleston B, Deng M, Baltodano PA, Shafqat MS, Patel SA. Postoperative Complications Associated with the Choice of Reconstruction in Head and Neck Cancer: An Outcome Analysis of 4,712 Patients from the ACS-NSQIP Database. J Reconstr Microsurg 2021; 38:343-360. [PMID: 34404103 DOI: 10.1055/s-0041-1733922] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 01/16/2023]
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BACKGROUND Microsurgical free flaps have largely supplanted pedicled flaps as the gold standard for head and neck cancer reconstruction. However, incidence of postoperative complications after accounting for patient comorbidities based on choice of reconstruction has not been well-defined in the literature in recent years. METHODS Patients undergoing head and neck reconstruction were identified in the 2011-2016 ACS-NSQIP (American College of Surgeons National Surgical Quality Improvement Program) database and stratified into groups by free flap, myocutaneous pedicled flap, and other reconstruction. Demographics were analyzed and covariates balanced using overlap propensity score-based weighting. Logistic regression was used for binary outcomes and Gamma generalized linear model was used for length of stay. RESULTS A total of 4,712 patients met inclusion criteria out of which 1,297 patients (28%) underwent free flap, 208 patients (4%) pedicled flap, and 3,207 patients (68%) had other, or no reconstruction performed. After adjusting for patient and disease-specific factors, pedicled flap reconstruction was associated with a higher risk of deep vein thrombosis (odds ratio [OR] = 2.64, confidence interval [CI] 1.02-6.85, p = 0.045), sepsis (OR = 2.95, CI 1.52-5.71, p = 0.001), and infection (OR = 2.03, CI 1.39-2.96, p <0.001) compared with free flap reconstruction. Free flaps had the longest mean operative time compared with the other two groups (unadjusted 578 vs. 440 vs. 326, p <0.001). Pedicled flaps had a lower incidence of bleeding requiring transfusion (adjusted OR = 0.65, CI 0.50-0.85, p = 0.002), and lower incidence of prolonged mechanical ventilation (adjusted OR = 0.33, CI 0.12-0.92, p = 0.034) compared with free flaps. There was no difference in rates of reoperation, hospital readmission, or hospital length-of-stay between pedicled and free flaps. CONCLUSION Myocutaneous pedicled flaps are associated with higher overall short-term postoperative complications compared with free flaps in head and neck reconstruction, which demonstrate a more favorable morbidity profile without significantly impacting hospital readmission, reoperation, or length-of-stay.
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- Jacob Y Katsnelson
- Department of Surgery, Abington-Jefferson Health, Abington, Pennsylvania
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- Division of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, Lewis Katz School of Medicine, Temple University, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
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- Department of Surgery, Einstein Healthcare Network, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
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- Division of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, Lewis Katz School of Medicine, Temple University, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
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- Biostatistics and Bioinformatics Facility, Temple University Health System, Fox Chase Cancer Center, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
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- Biostatistics and Bioinformatics Facility, Temple University Health System, Fox Chase Cancer Center, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
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- Division of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, Department of Surgical Oncology, Fox Chase Cancer Center, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
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- Division of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, Lewis Katz School of Medicine, Temple University, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.,Department of Surgery, Einstein Healthcare Network, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.,Division of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, Department of Surgical Oncology, Fox Chase Cancer Center, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
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- Division of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, Lewis Katz School of Medicine, Temple University, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.,Department of Surgery, Einstein Healthcare Network, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.,Division of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, Department of Surgical Oncology, Fox Chase Cancer Center, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
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Ali H, Hyder S, Pervez M, Sami W, Ahmed E, Naresh K, Hussain T, Ali A. Shoulder Function Assessment After Head And Neck Reconstruction With Pedicled Supraclavicular Flap. ANNALS OF BURNS AND FIRE DISASTERS 2021; 34:180-186. [PMID: 34584508 PMCID: PMC8396156] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/27/2020] [Accepted: 10/14/2020] [Indexed: 06/13/2023]
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The supraclavicular artery flap is used for reconstruction of defects of the head and neck. One of the major implications of this procedure is injury to the nerve roots of C3 and C4 of the superficial cervical plexus, which provides sensation over the clavicle, shoulder and proximal chest, thereby causing problems in overall shoulder function. The objective of this study was to assess shoulder function, range of motion, pain, daily activities and overall satisfaction of the patient after using this flap. This study was conducted at the Department of Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery, Dow University of Health Sciences & Dr. Ruth KM Pfau Civil Hospital Karachi, Pakistan, from May 2015 to November 2018. Supraclavicular flap was used in 35 patients who underwent soft tissue reconstruction of defect of the neck after release of post burn contracture. Penn Shoulder Score and Constant Murley Score were used as assessment tools. Assessment by Penn Shoulder Score resulted in 25 (71.4%) patients within the upper quartile and 10 (18.6%) patients within the lower quartile. Constant Murley Score showed 19 (54.2%) of patients had 161°-180° shoulder abduction and lateral elevation. Forward flexion of 161°-180° was seen in 17 (48.5%) patients, 17 (48.5%) had internal rotation till the inter scapular region, 15 (42.8%) had no impairment of external rotation, 19 (54.2%) patients had no impairment of work/recreation, 25 (71.4%) had felt no change in their sleep and 22 (62.8%) were able to position their arm above their head. Overall parameters indicate better function, good range of motion, less pain, resumption of daily activities, and overall satisfaction.
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- H. Ali
- Dow University of Health Sciences & Dr. Ruth KM Pfau Civil Hospital Karachi, Pakistan
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- Dr. Ruth KM Pfau Civil Hospital Karachi, Pakistan
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- Dow University of Health Sciences & Dr. Ruth KM Pfau Civil Hospital Karachi, Pakistan
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- Dow University of Health Sciences & Dr. Ruth KM Pfau Civil Hospital Karachi, Pakistan
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- Dow University Hospital Karachi, Pakistan
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- Civil Hospital, Mirpurkhas, Pakistan
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- Mayo Clinic, Minnesota, USA
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Shi M, Han Z, Qin L, Su M, Liu Y, Li M, Cheng L, Huang X, Sun Z. Risk factors for surgical site infection after major oral oncological surgery: the experience of a tertiary referral hospital in China. J Int Med Res 2021; 48:300060520944072. [PMID: 32841576 PMCID: PMC7463046 DOI: 10.1177/0300060520944072] [Citation(s) in RCA: 8] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/20/2022] Open
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Objective To identify risk factors associated with surgical site infection (SSI) after
major oral oncological surgery. Methods This retrospective study reviewed data from patients that underwent major
surgery for oral cancer at a tertiary referral hospital in China between
January 2005 and July 2016. SSI was diagnosed within 30 days. Demographic,
cancer-related, preoperative, perioperative and postoperative data were
analysed using descriptive statistics and univariate and multivariate
analyses of the risk factors for SSI. Results A total of 786 patients were enrolled, of whom 125 had SSI (15.9%), which
were all incisional. Independent risk factors for SSI, identified by
multivariate analysis, were diabetes mellitus (odds ratio [OR] 2.147, 95%
confidence interval [CI] 1.240, 3.642), prior radiotherapy (OR 4.595, 95% CI
1.293, 17.317) and oral–neck communication (OR 2.838, 95% CI 1.263, 7.604);
and factors reflecting large extent resections were tracheostomy (OR 2.235,
95% CI 1.435, 3.525), anterolateral thigh flap (OR 1.971, 95% CI 1.103,
3.448) and latissimus dorsi flap (OR 4.178, 95% CI 1.325, 13.189). Conclusions Multiple risk factors were associated with SSI after major oral oncological
surgery. To minimize SSI risk, surgeons managing oral cancer patients should
have a better understanding of the risk factors, including diabetes
mellitus, prior radiotherapy, tracheostomy, oral–neck communication and flap
reconstruction.
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- Menghan Shi
- Department of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, Beijing Stomatological Hospital & School of Stomatology, Capital Medical University, Beijing, China.,Department of Oral Medicine, Beijing Stomatological Hospital & School of Stomatology, Capital Medical University, Beijing, China
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- Department of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, Beijing Stomatological Hospital & School of Stomatology, Capital Medical University, Beijing, China
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- Department of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, Beijing Stomatological Hospital & School of Stomatology, Capital Medical University, Beijing, China
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- Department of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, Beijing Stomatological Hospital & School of Stomatology, Capital Medical University, Beijing, China
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- Department of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, Beijing Stomatological Hospital & School of Stomatology, Capital Medical University, Beijing, China
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- Department of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, Beijing Stomatological Hospital & School of Stomatology, Capital Medical University, Beijing, China
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- Department of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, Beijing Stomatological Hospital & School of Stomatology, Capital Medical University, Beijing, China
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- Department of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, Beijing Stomatological Hospital & School of Stomatology, Capital Medical University, Beijing, China
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- Department of Oral Medicine, Beijing Stomatological Hospital & School of Stomatology, Capital Medical University, Beijing, China
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Ma CY, Guo B, Shen Y, Zheng ZW, Wang L, Zhu D, Haugen TW, Sun J. A novel application of superior thyroid artery perforator flaps for medium-sized intraoral reconstructions: Retrospective analysis of 12 cases. Head Neck 2021; 43:2297-2306. [PMID: 33783893 DOI: 10.1002/hed.26691] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/26/2020] [Revised: 01/26/2021] [Accepted: 03/16/2021] [Indexed: 11/06/2022] Open
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BACKGROUND To describe the indications, technique, and preliminary experience in the application of the superior thyroid artery perforator flap (STAPF) for the reconstruction of various medium-sized intraoral defects. METHODS From September 2018 to September 2019, 12 consecutive cases of oral squamous cell carcinoma underwent reconstruction with a STAPF. Clinical details were collected, and postoperative function was analyzed. RESULTS The venous drainage of the STAPF is variable with drainage into the internal jugular vein in six cases, into both the internal and external jugular veins in four cases, and into the external jugular vein in two cases. Ten cases were harvested as pedicled flaps, while two cases required a venous anastomosis due to inadequate length of the venous pedicle. Ten flaps survived completely, whereas two flaps had partial necrosis that ultimately resolved with secondary healing. CONCLUSIONS STAPF is a reliable method for the reconstruction of medium-sized intraoral defects.
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- Chun-Yue Ma
- Department of Oral Maxillofacial-Head Neck Oncology, Ninth People's Hospital, Shanghai Jiao Tong University School of Medicine, National Clinical Research Center for Oral Diseases, Shanghai Key Laboratory of Stomatology & Shanghai Research Institute of Stomatology, Shanghai, China
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- Department of Oral Maxillofacial-Head Neck Oncology, Ninth People's Hospital, Shanghai Jiao Tong University School of Medicine, National Clinical Research Center for Oral Diseases, Shanghai Key Laboratory of Stomatology & Shanghai Research Institute of Stomatology, Shanghai, China
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- Department of Oral Maxillofacial-Head Neck Oncology, Ninth People's Hospital, Shanghai Jiao Tong University School of Medicine, National Clinical Research Center for Oral Diseases, Shanghai Key Laboratory of Stomatology & Shanghai Research Institute of Stomatology, Shanghai, China
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- Department of Oral Maxillofacial-Head Neck Oncology, Ninth People's Hospital, Shanghai Jiao Tong University School of Medicine, National Clinical Research Center for Oral Diseases, Shanghai Key Laboratory of Stomatology & Shanghai Research Institute of Stomatology, Shanghai, China
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- Department of Oral Maxillofacial-Head Neck Oncology, Ninth People's Hospital, Shanghai Jiao Tong University School of Medicine, National Clinical Research Center for Oral Diseases, Shanghai Key Laboratory of Stomatology & Shanghai Research Institute of Stomatology, Shanghai, China
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- Department of Radiology, Ninth People's Hospital, Shanghai Jiao Tong University School of Medicine, Shanghai, China
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- Department of Otolaryngology-Head & Neck Surgery, Geisinger Medical Center, Danville, Pennsylvania, USA
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- Department of Oral Maxillofacial-Head Neck Oncology, Ninth People's Hospital, Shanghai Jiao Tong University School of Medicine, National Clinical Research Center for Oral Diseases, Shanghai Key Laboratory of Stomatology & Shanghai Research Institute of Stomatology, Shanghai, China
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Rashid HU, Rashid M, Khan N, Ansari SS, Bibi N. Taking a step down on the reconstruction ladder for head and neck reconstruction during the COVID-19 pandemic. BMC Surg 2021; 21:120. [PMID: 33685447 PMCID: PMC7938274 DOI: 10.1186/s12893-021-01134-1] [Citation(s) in RCA: 13] [Impact Index Per Article: 4.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/03/2020] [Accepted: 03/01/2021] [Indexed: 01/08/2023] Open
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Background Most of the head and neck cancers are time-critical and need urgent surgical treatment. Our unit is one of the departments in the region, at the forefront in treating head and neck cancers in Pakistan. We have continued treating these patients in the COVID-19 pandemic with certain modified protocols. The objective of this study is to share our experience and approach towards head and neck reconstruction during the COVID-19 pandemic. Results There were a total of 31 patients, 20 (64.5%) were males and 11 (35.4%) patients were females. The mean age of patients was 52 years. Patients presented with different pathologies, i.e. Squamous cell carcinoma n = 26 (83.8%), mucoepidermoid carcinoma n = 2 (6.4%), adenoid cystic carcinoma n = 2 (6.4%) and mucormycosis n = 1 (3%). The reconstruction was done with loco-regional flaps like temporalis muscle flap n = 12 (38.7%), Pectoralis major myocutaneous flap n = 8 (25.8%), supraclavicular artery flap n = 10 (32.2%) and combination of fore-head, temporalis major and cheek rotation flaps n = 1 (3%). Defects involved different regions like maxilla n = 11 (35.4%), buccal mucosa n = 6 (19.3%), tongue with floor of mouth n = 6 (19.3%), mandible n = 4 (12.9%), parotid gland, mastoid n = 3 (9.6%) and combination of defects n = 1 (3%). Metal reconstruction plate was used in 3 (9.6%) patients with mandibular defects. All flaps survived, with the maximum follow-up of 8 months and minimum follow-up of 6 months. Conclusion Pedicled flaps are proving as the workhorse for head and neck reconstruction in unique global health crisis. Vigilant use of proper PPE and adherence to the ethical principles proves to be the only shield that will benefit patients, HCW and health system.
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- Haroon Ur Rashid
- Plastic Surgery Department, Shifa International Hospital, Pitras Bukhari Road H-8, Islamabad, Pakistan.
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- Plastic Surgery Department, Shifa International Hospital, Pitras Bukhari Road H-8, Islamabad, Pakistan
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- Plastic Surgery Department, Shifa International Hospital, Pitras Bukhari Road H-8, Islamabad, Pakistan
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- Plastic Surgery Department, Shifa International Hospital, Pitras Bukhari Road H-8, Islamabad, Pakistan
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Renovating the Old Fashion: The "Functional Technique" for Harvesting Pectoralis Major Muscle Flap in Head and Neck Reconstruction. J Maxillofac Oral Surg 2021; 20:154-156. [PMID: 33584058 DOI: 10.1007/s12663-019-01319-5] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/23/2019] [Accepted: 12/10/2019] [Indexed: 10/25/2022] Open
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Although free flaps are widely recognized as a gold standard, pectoralis major muscle flap (PMMF) still remains a valuable workhorse in head and neck reconstruction. The technique we describe in the present paper allows to harvesting the PMMF with an accurate and complete isolation of the pedicle, sparing the superior sternum-acromion muscular fibers.
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Rampinelli V, Mattavelli D, Gualtieri T, Paderno A, Taboni S, Berretti G, Deganello A. Reshaping head and neck reconstruction policy during the COVID-19 pandemic peak: Experience in a front-line institution. Auris Nasus Larynx 2020; 47:489-491. [PMID: 32362453 PMCID: PMC7177088 DOI: 10.1016/j.anl.2020.04.008] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/14/2020] [Accepted: 04/17/2020] [Indexed: 12/13/2022]
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- Vittorio Rampinelli
- Unit of Otorhinolaryngology - Head and Neck Surgery, Department of Medical and Surgical Specialties, Radiological Sciences, and Public Health, University of Brescia, ASST Spedali Civili of Brescia, 25121 Brescia, Italy.
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- Unit of Otorhinolaryngology - Head and Neck Surgery, Department of Medical and Surgical Specialties, Radiological Sciences, and Public Health, University of Brescia, ASST Spedali Civili of Brescia, 25121 Brescia, Italy
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- Unit of Otorhinolaryngology - Head and Neck Surgery, Department of Medical and Surgical Specialties, Radiological Sciences, and Public Health, University of Brescia, ASST Spedali Civili of Brescia, 25121 Brescia, Italy
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- Unit of Otorhinolaryngology - Head and Neck Surgery, Department of Medical and Surgical Specialties, Radiological Sciences, and Public Health, University of Brescia, ASST Spedali Civili of Brescia, 25121 Brescia, Italy
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- Unit of Otorhinolaryngology - Head and Neck Surgery, Department of Medical and Surgical Specialties, Radiological Sciences, and Public Health, University of Brescia, ASST Spedali Civili of Brescia, 25121 Brescia, Italy
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- Unit of Otorhinolaryngology - Head and Neck Surgery, Department of Medical and Surgical Specialties, Radiological Sciences, and Public Health, University of Brescia, ASST Spedali Civili of Brescia, 25121 Brescia, Italy
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- Unit of Otorhinolaryngology - Head and Neck Surgery, Department of Medical and Surgical Specialties, Radiological Sciences, and Public Health, University of Brescia, ASST Spedali Civili of Brescia, 25121 Brescia, Italy
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Accorona R, Fazio E, Awny S, Calabrese L. Single-Skin Paddle Anterolateral Thigh Free Flap with Ileotibial Tract for Internal Lining in Reconstruction of Full-Thickness Cheek Defect. J Maxillofac Oral Surg 2020; 19:157-158. [DOI: 10.1007/s12663-019-01229-6] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/19/2019] [Accepted: 04/27/2019] [Indexed: 11/30/2022] Open
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Lakshminarayana G, Venkitachalam S, Mani CS. Choice of Regional Flaps for Oral Cancer Defects: Relevance in Current Era. J Maxillofac Oral Surg 2019; 20:246-251. [PMID: 33927493 DOI: 10.1007/s12663-019-01305-x] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/10/2019] [Accepted: 11/12/2019] [Indexed: 11/25/2022] Open
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Introduction Microvascular free flaps (MVFF) are the current standard of care for reconstruction of oral ablative defects; however, pedicled myocutaneous flaps (PMCF) are still used widely in India. The rationale behind the preference for selecting PMCF in the present era is not well understood. The associated complications and swallowing outcomes are variable. Methods We retrospectively analysed the records of patients who underwent reconstructive surgery for oral cancer ablative defects over a 3-year period. Results Ninety-seven pedicled myocutaneous flaps [89 pectoralis major myocutaneous (PMMC) flaps, eight lower trapezius island myocutaneous (TMC) flaps] and 113 MVFFs were performed. The reasons for selecting PMCF were financial constraints 38.7%, MVFF salvage 22.5%, medically compromised 10.7%, vessel-depleted neck 6.4%, old age with PS2 + 5.3%, early recurrence 5.3%, borderline resectable 4.3%, palliative resection 2.1%. Overall complication rate was 20.4%. Of patients, 50.7% and 34.7% were on regular and semisolid diet, respectively; 66.6% had acceptable swallowing-related social well-being. Conclusion PMCFs have an important role in developing countries with patients having financial constraints. The other potential reasons driven by patient factors were discussed. The swallowing outcomes are good, with majority of the people having socially acceptable swallowing function.
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- G Lakshminarayana
- Cancer Research and Relief Trust, C/o Kumaran Hospital, No. 214, EVR Periyar Salai, Kilpauk, Chennai, Tamil Nadu 600010 India
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- Cancer Research and Relief Trust, C/o Kumaran Hospital, No. 214, EVR Periyar Salai, Kilpauk, Chennai, Tamil Nadu 600010 India
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- Cancer Research and Relief Trust, C/o Kumaran Hospital, No. 214, EVR Periyar Salai, Kilpauk, Chennai, Tamil Nadu 600010 India
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Cortese S, Muratori E, Mastronicola R, Roch M, Beulque E, Rauch P, Dekerle L, Deganello A, Dolivet G. Partial pharyngolaryngectomy with infrahyoid flap: Our experience. Am J Otolaryngol 2019; 40:102271. [PMID: 31445929 DOI: 10.1016/j.amjoto.2019.08.002] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/06/2019] [Revised: 07/27/2019] [Accepted: 08/02/2019] [Indexed: 10/26/2022]
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AIM We evaluated a cohort of advanced hypopharyngeal squamous cell carcinoma, treated with conservative surgery, reconstruction with infrahyoid flap and radio-chemotherapy. METHODS We used partial pharyngo-laryngectomy and radio-chemotherapy to treat fifty-seven patients with stage III-IV hypopharyngeal SCC from November 1994 to December 2011. Clinical examination and speech therapy evaluation were used for estimation of laryngeal function. RESULTS All patients received a partial pharyngo-laryngectomy. All patients underwent neck dissection; 56 patients received bilateral neck dissection. Reconstruction was achieved by infra-hyoid flap. Five-year overall and disease-specific survival rates were 54.4% and 61.4%, respectively. Successful laryngeal function preservation with complete five-year remission was achieved in 44% of the patients. CONCLUSION Selected even if advanced carcinomas of the hypopharynx maybe treated with partial pharyngo-laryngectomy with reconstruction with pedicled flap. Both oncological and functional results showed a good outcome.
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Comini LV, Spinelli G, Mannelli G. Algorithm for the treatment of oral and peri-oral defects through local flaps. J Craniomaxillofac Surg 2018; 46:2127-2137. [DOI: 10.1016/j.jcms.2018.09.023] [Citation(s) in RCA: 8] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/12/2018] [Revised: 07/23/2018] [Accepted: 09/19/2018] [Indexed: 02/07/2023] Open
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Surgical management of severe osteoradionecrosis of the mandibular bone by using double free flap reconstruction. J Craniomaxillofac Surg 2018; 46:148-154. [DOI: 10.1016/j.jcms.2017.09.025] [Citation(s) in RCA: 15] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/01/2017] [Revised: 08/11/2017] [Accepted: 09/25/2017] [Indexed: 11/24/2022] Open
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