Reconstruction of Partial Hypopharyngeal Defects following Total Laryngectomy: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis.

Anthony M TonsbeekRoxy LeidelmeijerCaroline A HundepoolLiron S DurakuMark J W Van der OestAniel SewnaikMarc A M Mureau

Published in: Cancers (2024)

Pectoralis myocutaneous flaps should not be the preferred method of reconstruction for most patients, considering their significantly higher rate of fistulas. In contrast, pectoralis major myofascial flaps yield promising results compared to free-flap reconstructions, warranting further investigation.

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