Microvasular Reconstruction in the Growing Patient

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The reconstruction of pediatric patients with large facial defects presents a formidable challenge to the reconstructive surgeon. Thankfully, these defects are seldom encountered. This lecture will review the role of microvascular techniques in the reconstruction of pediatric head and neck defects. The effects on facial growth as well as donor site morbidities will be reviewed based on the current literature.

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