Early Predictors of Fistula Formation Following Head and Neck Reconstruction

Conclusion CRP is a valuable predictor of fistula formation following head and neck reconstruction. The course of CRP levels in patients with fistulas remains consistently elevated compared to patients without fistulas, and it is particularly useful for the exclusion diagnosis of fistula. [...] Thieme Medical Publishers, Inc. 333 Seventh Avenue, 18th Floor, New York, NY 10001, USAArticle in Thieme eJournals: Table of contents  |  Abstract  |  Full text

Source: Journal of Reconstructive Microsurgery - January 30, 2024 Category: Surgery Authors: Atomura, Daisuke Osaki, Takeo Iwae, Shigemichi Sakakibara, Shunsuke Tags: Original Article Source Type: research