Free flap reconstruction in head and neck oncology.
This paper reviews the role of free flap reconstruction following surgical resection of head and neck tumours. The process of selection of the various types of flaps for each specific defect is discussed. Challenges facing the reconstructive surgeon are reiterated.
Ang
Erik Sze-wee
ES
Department of Plastic Surgery, Singapore General Hospital, Singapore. gplasw@sgh.com.sg
Tan
Kok-Chai
KC
D006258:Head and Neck Neoplasms / Q000601:surgery*; D006801:Humans; D019651:Plastic Surgery Procedures / Q000379:methods*; D013524:Surgical Flaps