Free flap reexploration: indications, treatment, and outcomes in 1193 free flaps.

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Abstract

Microvascular free tissue transfer is a reliable method for reconstruction of complex surgical defects. However, there is still a small risk of flap compromise necessitating urgent reexploration. A comprehensive study examining the causes and methods of avoiding or treating these complications has not been performed. The purpose of this study was to review the authors' experience with a large number of microvascular complications over an 11-year period.

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Journal ID (iso-abbrev): Plast Reconstr Surg

Title: Plastic and reconstructive surgery

Publisher: Ovid Technologies (Wolters Kluwer Health)

ISSN (Electronic): 1529-4242

ISSN (Print): 0032-1052

Publication date (Electronic): Jun 2007

Volume: 119

Issue: 7

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[1 ] New York, N.Y. From the Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery Service, Department of Surgery, Memorial Sloan-Kettering Cancer Center.

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Publisher Item ID: 00006534-200706000-00018

DOI: 10.1097/01.prs.0000260598.24376.e1

PubMed ID: 17519706

SO-VID: 74abad9b-ce69-4a72-a48d-247470d68bf1

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