Functional outcomes of soft palate reconstruction after oncologic surgery: a systematic review and meta-analysis

ConclusionsSoft palate reconstruction results in a low incidence of FTD, and most patients resume a full oral diet. Both obturators, primary closure, local and free flaps seem good reconstructive options. Nevertheless, more specific postoperative functional deficiencies like VPI and HN owns higher incidences, potentially affecting the quality of the swallowing and speaking function and the patient ’s quality of life.
Source: European Archives of Oto-Rhino-Laryngology - Category: ENT & OMF Source Type: research