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Reconstruction of mandibular defects after radiation, using a free, living bone, graft transferred by microvascular anastomoses. An experimental study

Journal Article · · Plast. Reconstr. Surg., v. 55, no. 5, pp. 563-572
OSTI ID:4021014
The replacement of a mandibular defect by a free, composite rib graft, transferred by microvascular anastomoses of the posterior intercostal vessels to donor vessels in the neck was described previously. We now present data which demonstrate that successful results can be achieved even after radical mandibular radiation. This technique, done in dogs, has obvious implications in the management of oral cancer in man. (auth)
Research Organization:
Regional and Univ. Hospital, Linkoping, Sweden
NSA Number:
NSA-33-026282
OSTI ID:
4021014
Journal Information:
Plast. Reconstr. Surg., v. 55, no. 5, pp. 563-572, Journal Name: Plast. Reconstr. Surg., v. 55, no. 5, pp. 563-572; ISSN PRVSA
Country of Publication:
United States
Language:
English