Journal article
Hardware complications in oromandibular defects: Comparing scapular and fibular based free flap reconstructions
Abstract
BACKGROUND: Despite improvements in surgical technique and technology, hardware complications occur relatively frequently. This study analyzes hardware complications in patients undergoing oromandibular reconstruction using scapular (SFF) or fibular (FFF) free flaps.
METHODS: Retrospective data for 178 patients was obtained (1999-2014) at University Hospital Network (Toronto, Canada). Univariable and multivariable analyses were performed to …
Authors
Tsang GFZ; Zhang H; Yao C; Kolarski M; Gullane PJ; Irish JC; Brown DH; Chepeha DB; Goldstein DP; Gilbert RW
Journal
Oral Oncology, Vol. 71, , pp. 163–168
Publisher
Elsevier
Publication Date
8 2017
DOI
10.1016/j.oraloncology.2017.06.020
ISSN
1368-8375