Early feeding after free flap reconstruction of the oral cavity: A systematic review and meta-analysis.

Joshua BarlowZara SragiNina RodriguezMathilda AlsenCatharine KappaufRocco FerrandinoSusmita ChennareddyTamar KotzDiana N KirkeMarita S TengEric M GendenMohemmed N KhanScott A Roof

Published in: Head & neck (2024)

While further prospective trials are necessary, initiation of oral intake before post-operative day 5 may be appropriate in properly selected patients following oral reconstruction.

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