Abstract
Laryngopharyngeal resection with permanent tracheostoma for advanced laryngeal malignancy is a reconstructive challenge. A thin fasciocutaneous flap, such as a radial artery forearm flap, is best suited to restore the continuity of partial pharyngeal defects. However, the flap skin surface forms the lining precluding its monitoring. Postoperative monitoring of these buried flaps has not been satisfactory, and various described methods include direct visualization by an endoscope, implantable Doppler, manipulation of skin paddle, external skin bridge segment, venous flow through flap, and so on.[1] [2] [3] [4] Each of these calls for careful planning, design, and execution.
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