| Literature DB >> 30863217 |
Mofiyinfolu Sokoya1, Arash Bahrami2, Aurora Vincent3, Jared Inman4, Moustafa Mourad5, Raja Sawhney6, Yadranko Ducic1.
Abstract
Reconstruction of pharyngoesophageal defects after total laryngectomies and extirpation of hypopharyngeal and upper esophageal carcinomas presents a challenging task. Goals of reconstruction include adequate voice rehabilitation and restoration of normal swallowing. The reconstructive armamentarium contains many options for reconstruction and creation of a new upper digestive tract. This review article focuses on the most commonly used free tissue transfer options for the reconstruction of these defects, with an assessment of their advantages and disadvantages.Entities:
Keywords: free flaps; neck; pharyngeal reconstruction; reconstruction
Year: 2019 PMID: 30863217 PMCID: PMC6408241 DOI: 10.1055/s-0039-1677877
Source DB: PubMed Journal: Semin Plast Surg ISSN: 1535-2188 Impact factor: 2.314