Microvascular free flap reconstruction has remained the standard of care in reconstruction of
large tissue defects following ablative head and neck oncologic surgery, especially for bony …

Objective To evaluate the utility of comorbidity index (CI) scores in predicting outcomes in
head and neck surgery (HNS). The CIs evaluated were the Charlson Comorbidity Index …

Objective/Hypothesis Utilization of flaps for reconstruction of large head and neck cancer
(HNCA) defects has become more prevalent. The present study aimed to assess the impact …

Simple Summary Most data concerning fibula free flaps after cancer resection in the head
and neck region are limited to small sample sizes and a short period of follow-up. This …

Malnutrition is common among patients who have oral cavity squamous cell carcinoma
(OSCC), but its effect on the incidence of postoperative complications remains uncertain …

Importance Postoperative delirium (POD) is associated with an increased rate of adverse
events, higher health care costs, and longer hospital stays. At present, limited data are …

Objectives Half of the patients presenting with head and neck tumor are malnourished at the
outset of treatment. Muscle mass loss (sarcopenia) seems to be critical. The aim of the …

Background There is sparse literature on the effect of preoperative immunotherapy on
complications after surgery for primary head and neck squamous cell carcinoma (HNSCC) …

Objective Examine outcomes for lateral arm autologous tissue transfer in head and neck
reconstruction. Study Design Retrospective cohort study. Setting Tertiary cancer center …

With advanced head and neck ablative surgery comes the challenge to find an ideal
reconstructive option that will optimize functional and aesthetic outcomes. Contemporary …