Outcome of 1000 free flap head and neck reconstructions at a tertiary cancer care institute in India

ConclusionsFree flap reconstruction is a robust and highly reliable option for head and neck defects, and two free flaps are a safe option for treating large defects. A second free flap should be the first choice in failed cases after the medical optimization of the patient. Free flap reconstruction is safe in elderly and post-radiotherapy patients.Level of Evidence: Level IV, therapeutic study.
Source: European Journal of Plastic Surgery - Category: Cosmetic Surgery Source Type: research