Background There is a general consensus among reconstructive surgeons that preoperative
radiotherapy is associated with a higher risk of flap failure and complications in head and …

We performed a systematic review and meta‐analysis to determine whether diabetic
patients have an increased rate of postoperative complications compared to nondiabetic …

Background: Venous problems are the most frequent causes of flap failure and surgical
revision in free flap surgery. Double venous anastomosis can be used to improve flap …

The role of the pectoralis major myocutaneous flap (PMMF) in head and neck reconstruction
is challenged recently due to its natural drawbacks and the popularity of free flaps. This …

The effect of preoperative external radiotherapy (XRT) on head and neck free‐flap
reconstruction is still controversial. In this study, we aimed to determine the impact of …

Objective: To examine the effects of vasopressors on free flap outcomes. Background: Most
micro-surgeons avoid the use of vasopressors during free flap surgery due to concerns of …

Background Various reports suggest the augmentation of venous drainage through
performing two venous anastomoses as a means of reducing the rate of thrombosis in free …

Nowadays, the transposition of microvascular free flaps is the most popular method for
management of head and neck defects. However, not all patients are suitable candidates for …

Objective Understanding factors that affect postoperative length of stay (LOS) may improve
patient recovery, hasten postoperative discharge, and minimize institutional costs. This study …

The aim of this study was to identify intraoperative factors associated with free flap failure.
The outcomes of 216 patients (220 flaps) were analyzed retrospectively. A statistical …