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Tongue flaps for reconstruction of the oral cavity

✍ Scribed by Francisco J. Díaz; Alicia Dean; Francisco J. Alamillos; Luis Naval; Jacinto Fernández; Florencio Monje

Publisher
John Wiley and Sons
Year
1994
Tongue
English
Weight
406 KB
Volume
16
Category
Article
ISSN
1043-3074

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✦ Synopsis

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.

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