Abstract

Functional and aesthetic outcome have become the priority in cases of head and neck reconstruction in recent times. Number of flaps with varying composition are available in the armamentarium of plastic surgeon. The choice of individual flap employment is based on the type of tissue defect and surgical expertise of the treating surgeon. In our study, the authors present their experience of 58 cases of head and neck reconstruction, their outcome and associated complications henceforth. We observed that the optimal cosmetic and functional outcome can be obtained with the use of locoregional and pedicled flap when compared to free flaps, which are the standard. We conclude that the well planned, optimal first stage flap is the key to achieve a good outcome in most of the head and neck reconstructions.

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