Application of anterolateral thigh free flap to reconstruct defects of the maxillary and midface.
- Author:
Youyuan SHI
;
Xiuan LIN
;
Jianjun YU
;
Zan LI
- Publication Type:Journal Article
- MeSH:
Face;
surgery;
Free Tissue Flaps;
Humans;
Maxilla;
surgery;
Reconstructive Surgical Procedures;
Thigh
- From:
Journal of Clinical Otorhinolaryngology Head and Neck Surgery
2015;29(23):2082-2085
- CountryChina
- Language:Chinese
-
Abstract:
OBJECTIVE:To investigate the usefulness of anterolateral thigh flap for reconstruction of the defect after maxillectomy.
METHOD:Seventy-two cases with defect after maxillectomy were constructed with anterolateral thigh flap in our department during 10 years. All cases were undertaken total maxillectomy.
RESULT:All flaps except one were transferred successfully. Patients were satisfied with their appearances. No serious complications had happened.
CONCLUSION:Anterolateral thigh flap could be an donor flap for the reconstruction of the defect after maxillectomy.
