Tracheostomal reconstruction using a fenestrated deltopectoral skin flap.
Tracheostomal stenosis following laryngectomy can prevent satisfactory rehabilitation of a patient, and may be difficult to correct. A reconstructive technique using a flap within a deltopectoral flap to treat this condition is described.
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Royal Ear Hospital, London.
Flemming
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Brough
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D000328:Adult; D005260:Female; D006801:Humans; D007825:Laryngectomy; D008297:Male; D008875:Middle Aged; D013524:Surgical Flaps; D014139:Tracheostomy / Q000379:methods*