The application of fibular free flap with flexor hallucis longus in maxilla or mandible extensive defect: a comparison study with conventional flap

The application of fibular free flap with flexor hallucis longus in maxilla or mandible extensive defect: a comparison study with conventional flap

Abstract Background The repair and reconstruction of maxillary and mandibular extensive defects have put huge challenges to surgeons. The fibular free flap (FFF) is one of the standard treatment choices for reconstruction. The conventional FFF has deficiencies, such as forming poor oral mucosa, limi...

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Main Authors: Youkang Ni, Ping Lu, Zhi Yang, Wenlong Wang, Wei Dai, Zhong-zheng Qi, Weiyi Duan, Zhong-fei Xu, Chang-fu Sun, Fayu Liu
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: BMC 2018-07-01
Series:World Journal of Surgical Oncology
Subjects:
Fibular free flap
Flexor hallucis longus
Maxillary and mandibular defect
Extensive defect
Reconstruction
Online Access:http://link.springer.com/article/10.1186/s12957-018-1450-2

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