Affiliation:
1. Division of Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery, Harbor-UCLA Medical Center, Torrance, California, USA
2. Division of Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery, UCLA Medical Center and The David Geffen School of Medicine, University of California, Los Angeles, California, USA
Abstract
Objective We have found the supraclavicular artery island flap (SCAIF) to be a reliable, first-line tool for the reconstruction of complex head and neck defects. Here, we review our technique of flap elevation and summarize the current literature citing important contributions in the evolution of this flap. Data Sources Medline literature review of supraclavicular artery island flap or shoulder flap in head and neck reconstruction with particular emphasis on developments within the past 5 years. Review Methods Literature review of technique, indications, anatomy, modification, and outcomes of the supraclavicular artery island flap. Conclusion The supraclavicular artery island flap is an important and reliable option in head and neck reconstruction. We use the flap routinely in our practice as a first-line technique when fasciocutaneous soft-tissue reconstruction is required, and we provide a detailed summary of the flap elevation and inset. Implications for Practice The supraclavicular artery island flap is a safe, reliable, technically simple, sensate, thin, pliable fasciocutaneous regional flap option that has low morbidity. It provides sensate, single-stage reconstruction for a variety of head and neck defects and should be considered as a first-line option in head and neck reconstruction.
Subject
Otorhinolaryngology,Surgery
Cited by
60 articles.
订阅此论文施引文献
订阅此论文施引文献,注册后可以免费订阅5篇论文的施引文献,订阅后可以查看论文全部施引文献