Regional pedicled flap salvage options for large head and neck defects: The old, the new, and the forgotten

Objectives The objective of this article is to review options for regional pedicled reconstruction for large head and neck defects in a salvage setting. Methods Relevant regional pedicled flaps were identified and reviewed. Expert opinion and supporting literature were used to summarize and describe...

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Published in:Laryngoscope investigative otolaryngology 2023-02, Vol.8 (1), p.63-75
Main Authors: Chang, Brent A., Asarkar, Ameya A., Horwich, Peter M., Nathan, Cherie Ann O., Hayden, Richard E.
Format: Article
Language:English
Subjects:
Breasts
Facial Plastics and Reconstructive Surgery
pedicled flap
pedicled reconstruction
Postoperative period
Radiation
Review
salvage reconstruction
Skin
Veins & arteries
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Summary:Objectives The objective of this article is to review options for regional pedicled reconstruction for large head and neck defects in a salvage setting. Methods Relevant regional pedicled flaps were identified and reviewed. Expert opinion and supporting literature were used to summarize and describe the available options. Results Specific regional pedicled flap options are presented including the pectoralis major flap, deltopectoral flap, supraclavicular flap, submental flap, latissimus flap, and trapezius flap. Conclusions Regional pedicled flaps are useful options in a salvage setting even for large defects and should be in the armamentarium of any reconstructive head and neck surgeon. Each flap option carries specific characteristics and considerations. This is a review article of different regional pedicled flaps for reconstruction of large salvage defects in the head and neck.
ISSN:2378-8038
2378-8038
DOI:10.1002/lio2.983