Tongue flaps for reconstruction of the oral cavity

Head Neck. 1994 Nov-Dec;16(6):550-4. doi: 10.1002/hed.2880160609.

Abstract

Pedicled tongue flaps (anterior, posterior, double) have proved to be an effective method of repairing defects due to tissue loss in the oral cavity. Their central position, mobility, and excellent blood supply make the use of these flaps feasible in a variety of sites.

Publication types

  • Case Reports
  • Review

MeSH terms

  • Adult
  • Aged
  • Carcinoma, Squamous Cell / surgery
  • Female
  • Humans
  • Male
  • Mouth Diseases / surgery*
  • Mouth Neoplasms / surgery
  • Surgical Flaps* / methods
  • Tongue