Stefan A. Mindea M.D
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Indications and rationale for use of vascularized fibula bone flaps in cervical spine arthrodeses.
Plast Reconstr Surg. 2005; (1): 1-7
Anterior cervical spine arthrodesis for large defects using autograft or allograft fibula for anterior structural support is a widely accepted procedure. In unique demand situations, a vascularized fibular flap is regarded as an "improvement" to the standard procedure. While a vascularized flap does deliver living tissue to the region, it does so with added potential morbidity and increased technical demand. The indications in the literature for this procedure have not been clearly defined. In this article, the authors review specific high-demand situations where they believe a vascularized flap is indicated. They also review patient outcomes after this procedure.
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