Microvascular Surgery in Head and Neck Reconstruction

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By: Prof Leandros Vassilios F. Vassiliou, Prof Panayiotis Kyzas, Mr Nicholas Kalavrezos

In recent years, reconstructive surgery has made significant advancements, with free tissue transfer now widely recognized as the standard for effective anatomical, functional, and cosmetic rehabilitation following major medical procedures. The success of free tissue transfer relies on precise microvascular surgery techniques to ensure proper blood flow in the critical vascular anastomoses. Despite advances in imaging and microsurgery technologies, modern head and neck reconstructive surgery lacks a definitive resource on how to consistently perform and achieve successful vascular anastomoses. Microvascular Surgery in Head and Neck Reconstruction addresses this gap, demystifying microvascular surgery by breaking down the process into clear steps that can be explained, executed, and reproduced. It provides a detailed guide on all aspects of head and neck microvascular surgery, including case planning, flap selection, and troubleshooting vascular complications, spanning the breadth of the specialty from foundational principles to complex cases and modern surgical techniques. Authored by leading experts in the field, this comprehensive volume will serve as a seminal resource in the surgical community, providing essential knowledge and practical guidance for both trainees and experienced surgeons worldwide.