Tumors of the oropharynx are often diagnosed at advanced stages but nonetheless may be treated surgically. Oropharyngeal reconstruction presents a challenge. Several methods of reconstruction have been used, including primary closure, free skin grafts, tongue flaps, buccal fat pads, cheek flaps, myocuta-neous flaps, free tissue transfer, and masseter muscle flaps.1 Advanced tumors and extensive oropharyngeal defects call for alternative approaches to reconstruction.
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