The versatility of the scapular free flap: A workhorse flap? A systematic review and meta‐analysis
Maria J. Escobar‐Domingo,
Valeria P. Bustos,
Rachel Akintayo
et al.
Abstract:BackgroundThe scapular free flap (SFF) is essential in complex reconstructive surgery and often indicated in complex defects with compromised or poor local tissue integrity. This review aims to assess the versatility and reliability of the SFF during reconstruction.MethodsA comprehensive literature review of multiple databases was conducted following the PRISMA guidelines. An analysis of pooled data was performed to evaluate flap failure rate for any anatomical unit using SFF as the primary endpoints. Secondar… Show more
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