Cervicopectoral flap in XXXX surgery.

@entity5 @entity1 @entity135
BACKGROUND: Reconstruction of the head and neck after adequate resection of @entity5 and neck dissection is a challenge. It should be performed at one sitting in advanced @entity5 . Defects caused by the resection should be closed with flaps which match in color, texture and hair bearing characteristics with the face. Cervicopectoral flap is a one such flap from chest and neck skin mainly used to cover the cheek defects. METHODS: This study included twelve @entity1 presenting with @entity135 to Izmir Ataturk Training Hospital and Adnan Menderes University Hospital. @entity5 resection and neck dissection was performed in one session by the same surgeon. A single incision was made and a medially based cervicopectoral fascio-cutaneous flap was used for surgical exposure in neck dissection and for closure of defects after @entity5 resection. RESULTS: There was no major complication. Two flaps had partial superficial epidermolysis at the suture line. Good aesthetic and functional results were achieved. CONCLUSION: The cervicopectoral flap is an excellent alternative for the reconstruction of head and neck. Harvesting and application of the flap is rapid and safe. Only a single incision is sufficient for dissection and flap elevation. This flap achieves perfect surgical exposure, makes neck dissection easy and allows one to perform both @entity5 resection and neck dissection in one session.
