Superficial Temporal Artery Flap for Reconstruction of Complex Facial Defects: A New Algorithm

    March 2018 in “ Archives of Plastic Surgery ”
    Tarek Elbanoby, Serag M. Zidan, Amr Elbatawy … Khallad Sholkamy
    Studysummary This article reviews the use of superficial temporal artery island flaps for facial reconstruction and provides a systematic approach for managing composite facial defects, reporting no major complications in 72 patients.
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