Versatility of the subscapular system of flaps in head and neck oncologic reconstruction

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PURPOSE OF REVIEW: This review analyzes the different ways of applying the subscapular system of flaps (SSSF) as a convenient and versatile solution for a large variety of head and neck oncologic defects.

RECENT FINDINGS: The ventral approach permits safe and efficient harvest of various chimeric SSSF in a supine position, thus allowing simultaneous flap preparation and tumor ablation. Conformational studies have revealed how similar the tip of the scapula is to the hard palate in terms of dimensions, shape, and conformation. This has led to favor horizontal placement of the scapular tip for palate reconstruction in most instances, addressing the vertical extension of the postmaxillectomy defect using denuded bony grafts surrounded by well vascularized chimeric muscular components.

SUMMARY: The SSSF possesses an unparalleled versatility to efficiently address small-medium sized soft tissue defects up to vast and complex composite resections. The chimeric components of these flaps benefit from a considerable independency provided by the length of the named arteries arising from the thoracodorsal pedicle, offering a high degree of freedom to accomplish the required in-setting. This reconstructive option should be implemented in every head and neck surgical team and offered to suitable patients.

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E-Artikel

Erscheinungsjahr:

2022

Erschienen:

2022

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Zur Gesamtaufnahme - volume:30

Enthalten in:

Current opinion in otolaryngology & head and neck surgery - 30(2022), 2 vom: 01. Apr., Seite 161-167

Sprache:

Englisch

Beteiligte Personen:

Deganello, Alberto [VerfasserIn]
Rampinelli, Vittorio [VerfasserIn]
Gualtieri, Tommaso [VerfasserIn]
Piazza, Cesare [VerfasserIn]

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Date Completed 09.03.2022

Date Revised 17.09.2023

published: Print

Citation Status MEDLINE

doi:

10.1097/MOO.0000000000000771

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PPN (Katalog-ID):

NLM33210477X