title: A rib-containing free flap to reconstruct mandibular defects.
abstract: A composite free flap based on intercostal vessels may be used to reconstruct in one stage defects around the mandible in which skin, soft tissue and bone are missing. A delay procedure is recommended one week prior to transfer.
mesh_terms: D006801:Humans; D008297:Male; D008338:Mandibular Injuries / Q000601:surgery*; D008875:Middle Aged; D012272:Ribs / Q000637:transplantation*; D013518:Surgery, Plastic / Q000379:methods*; D013997:Time Factors; D014182:Transplantation, Autologous