Risk of plate removal in free flap reconstruction of the mandible

Osteocutaneous free flap surgery is the gold standard for mandibular reconstruction following major head and neck oncologic resections [1]. While a variety of flaps exist for reconstruction of the mandible, osteocutaneous free flap reconstruction is most commonly employed given the need for bony reconstruction for both functional and aesthetic purposes [2]. The three most commonly used osteocutaneous flaps are the osteocutaneous radial forearm flap (OCRFF), the fibular flap, and the osteocutaneous scapular flap (OCSF).
Source: Oral Oncology - Category: Cancer & Oncology Authors: Source Type: research