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The problem of reconstructing abnormalities in the head and neck is distinct. In contrast to other portions of the body that can occasionally be temporalised by dressing changes or even let to heal by secondary purpose without incurring major repercussions, the immediate or early closure of head and neck deformities is essential for a variety of reasons. It is crucial to preserve the patient’s ability to eat and the health of their digestive system. The face must be reconstructed in order for a person to express themselves through facial expression. Finally, by covering the neck and preserving an unbroken intraoral seal, life-threatening issues like blowout of the major vessels in the neck are prevented. Here, we provide a decision-supporting algorithm for head and neck reconstruction.
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Rao, K.N., Mehta, R., Singh, A. (2023). Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery. In: Nagarkar, N.M., Mehta, R., Singh, A., Rao, K.N., Dange, P.S. (eds) Atlas of Head Neck and Skull-base Surgery. Springer, Singapore. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-981-99-6132-0_12
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