Novel case examples of the submental island flap in pediatric head and neck reconstruction

Publication date: June 2017
Source:International Journal of Pediatric Otorhinolaryngology, Volume 97
Author(s): Joshua P. Wiedermann, Nahir Romero, Rahul K. Shah, Diego Preciado, Jason E. Cohn, Christopher R. Kieliszak, Arjun S. Joshi
The submental island flap was first described as a tool for facial reconstruction after tumor resection. It is now widely used for reconstructing numerous structures in the head and neck region of adults. Pediatric surgical reconstruction is a challenging task that continues to evolve over time. We describe two novel uses of this flap in the pediatric population. The submental island flap is an excellent option for reconstruction in pediatrics given its ease of elevation, excellent cosmetic outcomes, and low donor site morbidity.



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