Surgical and demographic predictors of free flap salvage after takeback: A systematic review
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DOI: 10.1002/micr.30921
Abstract: Microsurgical free tissue transfer (FTT) is a widely employed surgical modality utilized for reconstruction of a broad range of defects, including head and neck, extremity, and breast. Flap survival is reported to be 90%–95%. When… read more here.
Keywords: salvage; demographic predictors; surgical demographic; systematic review ... See more keywords
Successful free flap salvage surgery with off-label use of Alteplase: A case report, review of the literature and our free flap salvage algorithm
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DOI: 10.1016/j.ijscr.2020.09.035
Abstract: Highlights • Recombinant tissue-type plasminogen activators help to rescue free flaps; Alteplase.• Alteplase is a successful ultima ratio for venous thrombosis.• Use of Alteplase must be embedded in a salvage algorithm.• Salvage algorithm must differentiate… read more here.
Keywords: use alteplase; free flap; salvage algorithm; salvage ... See more keywords
Outcome Analysis of Free Flap Salvage in Outpatients Presenting with Microvascular Compromise
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DOI: 10.1097/prs.0000000000003917
Abstract: Background: Extensive flap salvage attempts are routinely performed in patients with late-onset flap vascular crisis despite low flap survival rates. A knowledge gap exists in management of compromised free flaps in patients who present with… read more here.
Keywords: flap; free flap; salvage; flap salvage ... See more keywords
Vascular Complications and Free Flap Salvage in Head and Neck Reconstructive Surgery: Analysis of 150 Cases of Reexploration
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DOI: 10.1097/sap.0000000000001011
Abstract: Introduction Despite the excellent reliability of free tissue transfer, flap failure is devastating, and in addition to patient morbidity, it may increase hospital stay and associated costs. Previous studies have evaluated factors related to flap… read more here.
Keywords: surgery; flap; reexploration; flap salvage ... See more keywords
Skin Paddles Improve Muscle Flap Salvage Rates After Microvascular Compromise in Lower Extremity Reconstruction
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DOI: 10.1097/sap.0000000000001425
Abstract: Purpose Free tissue transfer after lower extremity trauma is associated with notoriously high complication rates. Theoretically, the inclusion of a cutaneous paddle on muscle free flaps may improve clinical flap monitoring. The effect of skin… read more here.
Keywords: muscle; skin paddles; muscle flaps; flap salvage ... See more keywords