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  • Title: Single-stage reconstruction of mandibular and soft tissue defects using a free osteocutaneous groin flap.
    Author: Franklin JD, Shack RB, Stone JD, Madden JJ, Lynch JB.
    Journal: Am J Surg; 1980 Oct; 140(4):492-8. PubMed ID: 7425231.
    Abstract:
    Microvascular reconstruction of the mandible and soft tissues using the composite groin flap is ideal in selected patients. No other available bone so closely approximates the mandible in both thickness and curvature as does the iliac crest. The soft tissues are available for reconstruction and may allow the surgeon to avoid a second flap, except in cases where both lining and cover are needed. The deep circumflex artery is of generous size, usually 2 to 2.5 mm in diameter, allowing greater reliability in the microvascular anastomoses. The flap has a fairly long vascular predicle, 6 to 8 cm. The ability of this flap to withstand irradiation and infection because of its blood supply permits early institution of postoperative radiotherapy and prevents bone loss due to small intraoral wound dehisicence or total flap loss. Although the donor site requires extensive dissection, it can be closed primarily, eliminating the need for skin grafts or other flaps. As further experience is gained with this flap, both the functional and cosmetic results should be improved. In patients undergoing resection of the remaining portion of the mandible, the symphysis or the anterior portion of the mandible, a procedure of this type should be done primarily to prevent deformity and to minimize disability for the patient.
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