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  • Title: Indications for the AO plate with a myocutaneous flap instead of revascularized tissue transfer for mandibular reconstruction.
    Author: Disher MJ, Esclamado RM, Sullivan MJ.
    Journal: Laryngoscope; 1993 Nov; 103(11 Pt 1):1264-8. PubMed ID: 8231580.
    Abstract:
    Our preferred technique for mandibular reconstruction uses a revascularized osseomyocutaneous flap. However, to reconstruct small lateral defects in dentulous patients, the AO mandibular reconstruction plate (MRP) is used. Its advantages include quick, reliable placement without a donor site or the need for advanced technical training. This review examines 16 patients who underwent primary mandibular reconstruction after ablative oncologic surgery using an AO MRP without a bone graft. The average follow-up was 32 months. Twelve patients (75%) had successful reconstructions, while 4 (25%) developed serious complications resulting in failure of the MRP. The most significant factor limiting rehabilitation was disease progression, affecting 12 (75%) of the 16 patients. In this subgroup of selected patients with small (< 6 cm) lateral mandibular defects, useful dentition, and advanced disease, or whose general medical condition precludes prolonged general anesthesia, primary mandibular reconstruction using an AO MRP and a myocutaneous flap without a bone graft is a viable reconstructive alternative.
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