Application of flap economics in head and neck reconstruction.

Wen Peng, Haixia Zhang, Lei Jin, Zan Li, Chuanzheng Sun

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Wen PengDepartment of Head and Neck Surgery, The Third Affiliated Hospital of Kunming Medical University, Yunnan Cancer Hospital, Kunming, Yunnan, China.

Haixia ZhangDepartment of Head and Neck Surgery, The Third Affiliated Hospital of Kunming Medical University, Yunnan Cancer Hospital, Kunming, Yunnan, China.

Lei JinDepartment of Head and Neck Surgery, The Third Affiliated Hospital of Kunming Medical University, Yunnan Cancer Hospital, Kunming, Yunnan, China.

Zan LiDepartment of Oncology, Plastic Surgery, Hunan Cancer Hospital, The Affiliated Cancer Hospital of Xiangya School of Medicine, Central South University, Changsha, Hunan, China.

Chuanzheng SunDepartment of Head and Neck Surgery, The Third Affiliated Hospital of Kunming Medical University, Yunnan Cancer Hospital, Kunming, Yunnan, China.

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Background: The Kiss flap technique, aligned with flap economics, has gained traction in head and neck cancer reconstruction. This study evaluates "classic" and "non-classic" Kiss flap methods and explores flap economics principles. Methods: We retrospectively analyzed 50 patients undergoing head and neck cancer surgery with Kiss flap reconstruction between January 2016 and May 2023. Results: Patients (34 males, 16 females; mean age 53) were categorized into "classic" ( Conclusion: Both Kiss flap techniques represent viable alternative options for head and neck reconstruction in complicated cases. ALT flaps offer superior stability. Flap economics aids in resource optimization, emphasizing personalized flap selection for optimal outcomes.

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Autologous transplantationFree flapHead and neck reconstructionKiss flapPedicle flap

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PMID41235350

DOI10.1016/j.jpra.2025.08.022

PMCPMC12604966

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