Abstract

Background: The fibular free flap is considered the gold standard in mandibular bone reconstruction. It has a high survival rate, is well-vascularized, and fits seamlessly into long-bone defects. The purpose of this article is to describe the use of vascularized fibular free flap in mandibular reconstruction after total en bloc resection in case of ameloblastoma suspected of repeated trauma to the mandible. Case Presentation: A case report of a 26-year-old patient undergoing a mandibular reconstruction using fibula osteocutenous free flap following total en bloc resection due to ameloblastoma on mandibular symphisis region was monitored using Doppler ultrasound every 15 minutes for three to five days. Within four months of treatment, the patient had improved, and the graft was found to be viable. Conclusion: The severity and size of the affected tissue, the tumour's histological arrangement, and the consequences were the influence of whether or not ameloblastoma patients should require surgery. To determine the best course of treatment for each individual case of ameloblastoma, an accurate clinical examination and image evaluation are required.

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