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Anterolateral thigh free flap for trismus release in pediatric oncology patients.

Authors :
Ferri A
Bianchi B
Leporati M
Sesenna E
Source :
The British journal of oral & maxillofacial surgery [Br J Oral Maxillofac Surg] 2011 Oct; Vol. 49 (7), pp. e58-60. Date of Electronic Publication: 2011 Mar 24.
Publication Year :
2011

Abstract

Trismus is a common postoperative complication for patients operated on for cancer of the masticator space, infratemporal fossa, or pterygomaxillary fossa, particularly those who need radiotherapy. When other techniques have failed, free tissue transfer should be considered as an option in young patients who have previously been treated for oral cancer. We report our experience with the free anterolateral thigh musculocutaneous flap in two children.<br /> (Copyright © 2011 The British Association of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons. Published by Elsevier Ltd. All rights reserved.)

Details

Language :
English
ISSN :
1532-1940
Volume :
49
Issue :
7
Database :
MEDLINE
Journal :
The British journal of oral & maxillofacial surgery
Publication Type :
Academic Journal
Accession number :
21435756
Full Text :
https://doi.org/10.1016/j.bjoms.2011.02.005