Single-stage reconstruction of combined hypopharyngeal and anterior neck skin defects with the dual-paddle anterolateral thigh flap

ConclusionsWe report a high success rate with the dpALT flap for extensive hypopharyngeal defects that include an anterior neck skin component. The dpALT adds further to the armamentarium available to the reconstructive surgeon for complicated defects within the head and neck.Level of Evidence: Level IV, therapeutic study.
Source: European Journal of Plastic Surgery - Category: Cosmetic Surgery Source Type: research