Mandibular rescue: Application of the ALT fascia free flap to arrest osteoradionecrosis of the mandible

摘要

Objectives: To evaluate the use of the anterolateral thigh fascia free flap for use in neovascularization of mandibular bone in moderate osteoradionecrosis (ORN). All patients had ORN secondary to prior radiation therapy that was not severe enough to warrant segmental resection and reconstruction.