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ArticleJournal of the Korean Association of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons2024

Chimeric anterolateral thigh flap for reconstruction of complex defects in oral cancer: a report of three cases.

Hyo-Sik Kim, Kang-Min Ahn, Jee-Ho Lee

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Article in Journal of the Korean Association of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons, 2024. The graph could read no effect estimate from its abstract, so it casts no vote on the map. Cited by 1 paper.

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5 · Who and what money

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3 authors.

Hyo-Sik KimDepartment of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, Asan Medical Center, College of Medicine, University of Ulsan, Seoul, Korea.ORCID https://orcid.org/0009-0002-2908-0270
Kang-Min AhnDepartment of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, Asan Medical Center, College of Medicine, University of Ulsan, Seoul, Korea.ORCID https://orcid.org/0000-0003-1215-5643
Jee-Ho LeeDepartment of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, Asan Medical Center, College of Medicine, University of Ulsan, Seoul, Korea.ORCID https://orcid.org/0000-0003-4232-2756

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6 · The paper itself

Abstract

It is crucial to reconstruct extensive soft tissue defects following oral cancer resection to restore both function and aesthetics. Single anterolateral thigh flaps may not suffice for large defects. This report highlights the use of chimeric flaps, which feature multiple paddles with individual perforators, to reconstruct large intraoral and extraoral defects, adapting to wide defects, and covering areas with extensive tissue damage. This case series demonstrates the adaptability and effectiveness of chimeric flaps, demonstrating them to be a superior option for satisfactory healing and functional outcomes in reconstruction of complex defects.

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Anterolateral thigh flapChimeric flapComplex defectsHead and neck neoplasmsReconstructive surgical procedures

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PMID39743334
PMCPMC11701506

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