[Application of anterolateral thigh free flap to reconstruct defects of the maxillary and midface].
OBJECTIVE
To investigate the usefulness of anterolateral thigh flap for reconstruction of the defect after maxillectomy.


METHODS
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.


RESULTS
All flaps except one were transferred successfully. Patients were satisfied with their appearances. No serious complications had happened.


CONCLUSIONS
Anterolateral thigh flap could be an donor flap for the reconstruction of the defect after maxillectomy.
Youyuan
Y
Shi
Xiuan
X
Lin
Jianjun
J
Yu
Zan
Z
Li
D005145:Face / Q000601:surgery*; D058752:Free Tissue Flaps; D006801:Humans; D008437:Maxilla / Q000601:surgery*; D019651:Plastic Surgery Procedures; D013848:Thigh