Minimization of radial forearm flap donor site scars using endoscopy and an allogenic dermal matrix

Publication date: Available online 6 April 2018
Source:Journal of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery
Author(s): Jae-Young Kim, Young-Kwan Kim, Sanghoon Lee, Woong Nam
Radial forearm free flaps are widely used for soft tissue reconstruction in the oral cavity. However, preparation of the vascular pedicle leaves long undesirable scars. Extensive scar formation also occurs at the skin defect site. Over recent years, endoscopic surgery has been increasingly used for minimally-invasive procedures. Here, we report four cases involving the formation of radial forearm free flaps using endoscopy and an alloplastic skin graft, resulting in minimal scar formation and favorable results.



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