Abstract:The surgical armamentarium for the treatment of massive facial trauma has undergone a dramatic shift from early management strategies. Although tenants of acute trauma management continue to prioritize airway management and cardiopulmonary support, improved functional outcomes are achievable with an emphasis on early definitive free tissue transfer. The use of workhorse donor flaps, such as the radial forearm, fibula, and latissimus, have become the standard of care. An emphasis is placed on the separation of … Show more
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