[One-stage reconstruction of oral and maxillofacial soft tissue defect by using forearm free flap]

Zhongguo Yi Xue Ke Xue Yuan Xue Bao. 2002 Aug;24(4):422-3.
[Article in Chinese]

Abstract

Objective: To study technique of one-stage reconstruction of oral and maxillofacial soft tissue defect by using forearm free flap.

Methods: The microsurgery procedure was used in the treatment of 4 oral cancer patients with oral and maxillofacial soft tissue defect after surgery.

Results: The forearm free flap was survived, for 4-18 months the oral function was well, and the appearance was satisfactory.

Conclusion: This is a good approach to the reconstruction of oral and maxillofacial soft tissue defect by using forearm free flap technique.

Publication types

  • Case Reports
  • English Abstract

MeSH terms

  • Aged
  • Cystadenocarcinoma, Mucinous / surgery*
  • Female
  • Humans
  • Male
  • Middle Aged
  • Mouth Neoplasms / surgery
  • Plastic Surgery Procedures / methods
  • Surgical Flaps*
  • Tongue Neoplasms / surgery*