Venous Size Discrepancy Is a Critical Factor When Using Superficial Temporal Vessels as Recipient Vessels for Free Flaps

Conclusion Flaps with a significant size discrepancy between donor and recipient veins (ratio ≥ 2:1) and fibula flaps (compared with soft tissue flaps) were associated with a higher risk of take-back. It is crucial to minimize venous engorgement during flap harvest and anastomosis, and limit vein redundancy during flap in-setting. [...] 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 - February 25, 2022 Category: Surgery Authors: Mata Ribeiro, Lu ís Tsao, Chung-Kan Hung, Yu-Liang Chu, Chun-Hui Lin, Li-Ching Lin, Mo-Han Peng, Chi Cheong, David Chon-Fok Hung, Shao-Yu Liao, Chun-Ta Tags: Original Article Source Type: research