New reconstruction for total maxillectomy defect with a fibula osteocutaneous free flap

Br J Plast Surg. 1994 Jun;47(4):247-9. doi: 10.1016/0007-1226(94)90006-x.

Abstract

The osteocutaneous fibula free transfer with three segments of bone and the peroneal flap was used to reconstruct a total unilateral maxillectomy defect. Satisfactory restoration of three-dimensional facial structure, orbital support, and prosthesis wearing was achieved. The fibula osteocutaneous free flap is a very useful alternative for reconstructing a maxillectomy defect.

Publication types

  • Case Reports

MeSH terms

  • Bone Transplantation / methods*
  • Carcinoma, Squamous Cell / surgery*
  • Dental Prosthesis
  • Fibula / transplantation*
  • Humans
  • Male
  • Maxilla / surgery*
  • Maxillary Neoplasms / surgery*
  • Maxillary Sinus Neoplasms / surgery
  • Middle Aged
  • Surgical Flaps / methods*