Beavertail modification of the radial forearm free flap in total oral glossectomy reconstruction: Technique and functional outcomes

摘要

Objective: The total oral tongue (anterior 2/3 glossectomy) defect is seldom addressed in the literature. This is the first series to describe a consistent technique for its reconstruction. The aim of the study is to describe the use of the beavertail modified radial forearm free flap (BTRFFF) to reconstruct a total oral tongue defect and the functional and quality of life outcomes associated with it.