scholarly journals Versatility of Radial Forearm Free Flap in Reconstruction of Buccal Defect

2015 ◽  
Vol 27 (1) ◽  
pp. 27-29
Author(s):  
Muhammad Mizanur Rahaman ◽  
Mohammad Iqbal Kabir ◽  
Md Atiqul Islam Rabby ◽  
KM Ahasanul Kabir ◽  
Shamim Hasan ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Retrospective Study ◽  
Free Flap ◽  
Reliable Method ◽  
Radial Forearm Flap ◽  
Radial Forearm Free Flap ◽  
Related Literature ◽  
Forearm Flap ◽  
Radial Forearm ◽  
Ideal Method ◽  
The Ideal

The ideal method for buccal defects reconstruction should provide good outcome of both function and appearance; our goal is to highlight the reliability of radial forearm flap in buccal reconstruction. This retrospective study was conducted from July 2013 to June 2014, 04 radial forearm flaps were used to repair the defects. We analyzed the superiority and reliability of the flap; in addition, we reviewed some related literature. All radial forearm flaps totally survived. Radial forearm flap is a reliable method for buccal defect reconstruction.Medicine Today 2015 Vol.27(1): 27-29

scholarly journals Radial forearm free flap as the last resort for oesophageal reconstruction

2018 ◽  
Vol 100 (8) ◽  
pp. e194-e196
Author(s):  
EA Griffiths ◽  
N Iqbal ◽  
T Martin ◽  
A Ranasinghe ◽  
S Parmar
Keyword(s):  
Free Flap ◽  
Radial Forearm Flap ◽  
Radial Forearm Free Flap ◽  
Patient Factors ◽  
Forearm Flap ◽  
Radial Forearm ◽  
Specific Management

Strategies for oesophageal reconstruction following resection vary according to the nature of the pathology encountered, patient factors and surgeon preference. However, reconstruction in patients with multiple previous failed attempts poses specific management challenges. We present the case of a 61-year-old man who underwent oesophageal reconstruction with a radial forearm flap as a last resort.

The Radial Forearm Free Flap: Workhorse Flap of the 1990s

1995 ◽  
Vol 112 (5) ◽  
pp. P79-P79
Author(s):  
Gerry F. Funk ◽  
Joseph Valentino
Keyword(s):  
Head And Neck ◽  
Free Flap ◽  
Postoperative Care ◽  
Radial Forearm Flap ◽  
Radial Forearm Free Flap ◽  
Flap Reconstruction ◽  
Preoperative Workup ◽  
Forearm Flap ◽  
Intraoperative Management ◽  
Radial Forearm

Educational objectives: To identify specific head and neck defects ideally suited for radial forearm flap reconstruction and to better understand and participate in the preoperative workup, intraoperative management, and postoperative care of patients with forearm flaps.

scholarly journals Application of radial forearm free flap in extraoral soft tissue head and neck reconstruction

2009 ◽  
Vol 66 (4) ◽  
pp. 290-294
Author(s):  
Jelena Jeremic ◽  
Zivorad Nikolic ◽  
Lazar Drcic ◽  
Aleksandar Petrovic ◽  
Katarina Jeremic ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Soft Tissue ◽  
Head And Neck ◽  
Free Flap ◽  
Reconstructive Surgery ◽  
Neck Region ◽  
Radial Forearm Flap ◽  
Radial Forearm Free Flap ◽  
Head And Neck Region ◽  
Forearm Flap ◽  
Radial Forearm

Background/Aim. Radial forearm free flap, highly regarded in head and neck reconstructive surgery, is known to be one of the most reliable and versatile flaps. The aim of this study was to illustrate the versatility and reliability of a radial forearm flap in reconstruction of a variety of extraoral head and neck defects. Methods. During a period 2001-2007 at the Clinic for Maxillofacial Surgery, Faculty of Dentistry and the Center for Burns, Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery in Belgrade, 19 patients underwent microsurgical reconstructions after extraoral tumor ablation in the head and neck region, using fasciocutaneous radial forearm free flap. Results. The overall flap survival rate was 89,5%. The complications that appeared were one partial necrosis and one venous thrombosis that in spite of reanastomosis resulted in a complete flap failure. The donor site healed uneventfully in all patients, except one, who had a partial skin graft failure, that ended in a secondary skin grafting. Conclusion. For reconstruction in head and neck surgery, with the need for thin, pliable tissues and a long vascular pedicle, radial forearm flap still remains a primary choice. Because of their multiple advantages, free flaps from the radial forearm is a safe method for reconstruction of a variety of extensive extraoral soft tissue defects in the head and neck region.

scholarly journals Dorsalis Pedis Free Flap: The Salvage Option following Failure of the Radial Forearm Flap in Total Lower Lip Reconstruction

2014 ◽  
Vol 2014 ◽  
pp. 1-4 ◽  
Author(s):  
Theodoros Stathas ◽  
Georgios Tsinias ◽  
Dimitra Tsiliboti ◽  
Aris Tsiros ◽  
Nicholas Mastronikolis ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Free Flap ◽  
Free Flaps ◽  
Radial Forearm Flap ◽  
Lower Lip ◽  
Lip Reconstruction ◽  
Forearm Flap ◽  
Radial Forearm ◽  
Lip Carcinoma ◽  
The Aesthetic ◽  
Lip Defect

Reconstruction after resection of large tumors of the lower lip requires the use of free flaps in order to restore the shape and the function of the lip, with the free radial forearm flap being the most popular. In this study we describe our experience in using the dorsalis pedis free flap as a salvage option in reconstruction of total lower lip defect in a patient with an extended lower lip carcinoma after failure of the radial forearm free flap, that was initially used. The flap was integrated excellently and on the followup the patient was free of disease and fully satisfied with the aesthetic and functional result.

scholarly journals Alternative Techniques for Pedicle Transfer of An Island Flap and a Free Flap

2005 ◽  
Vol 13 (2) ◽  
pp. 77-81
Author(s):  
Dale A Classen
Keyword(s):  
Free Flap ◽  
Latissimus Dorsi ◽  
Radial Forearm Flap ◽  
Vascular Pedicle ◽  
Flap Transfer ◽  
Forearm Flap ◽  
Free Flap Transfer ◽  
Vascular Compromise ◽  
Radial Forearm ◽  
Alternative Techniques

Alternative techniques for pedicle transfer of a reverse radial forearm flap for hand coverage, and a latissimus dorsi myocutaneous free flap for pelvic wound coverage, are illustrated. Exteriorization of the vascular pedicle of a reverse radial forearm flap allows a greater arc of movement of the flap for more distal coverage, and avoids the potential vascular compromise of tunnelling under a tight skin bridge. Two-stage transfer of a latissimus dorsi myocutaneous free flap on a wrist carrier pedicle may be useful in circumstances when local recipient vessels are inadequate for free flap transfer. Although both of these vascular pedicle modifications have drawbacks, they may be of value in limited circumstances. Their advantages and limitations are discussed.

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