Profunda femoris artery flap as an option in tongue reconstruction. A technical note
2024 - Volume 3 -
Issue 2
Summary
Reconstruction of the tongue following ablative surgery is a well-documented technique that shows significant improvement in swallowing, speech, and quality of life. Free flaps, such as the anterolateral thigh, forearm, rectus abdominis, and latissimus dorsi flaps, are the most commonly used in tongue reconstruction. Additionally, in recent years, the profunda femoris artery perforator flap (PAP flap), discovered by Argentine surgeon Claudio Angrigiani in 2000, has gained recognition in head and neck reconstruction, particularly for tongue reconstruction. This article aims to present a technical note focused on the application of the PAP flap in tongue reconstruction.
Keywords
Arteria femoral profunda, Microvascular reconstruction, Profunda femoris artery perforator, Deep femoral artery, Tongue reconstruction, Free flap, Reconstrucción microvascular, Colgajo libre, Reconstrucción de la lengua
How to cite
SHAN OH, HUENTEQUEO MC, SCHNEEBERGER HP, ZHOU QX. Profunda femoris artery flap as an option in tongue reconstruction. A technical note. Craniofac Res. 2024; 3(2):89-93.