Farooq Shahzad
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View article: Assessment of morbidity and predictors of wound complications following perineal wound closure after radical anorectal oncologic resection: retrospective cohort study
Assessment of morbidity and predictors of wound complications following perineal wound closure after radical anorectal oncologic resection: retrospective cohort study Open
Background Perineal wound management after radical pelvic surgery is complex and diverse. This retrospective study evaluated surgical morbidity and predictors of wound complications associated with different perineal closure techniques. Me…
View article: P49. The Age Factor: Exploring Age-related Differences in Outcomes After Free Fibula Mandible Reconstruction
P49. The Age Factor: Exploring Age-related Differences in Outcomes After Free Fibula Mandible Reconstruction Open
View article: Salvage Reconstruction of Composite Defects of the Anterior Mandible, Floor of Mouth, and Lip
Salvage Reconstruction of Composite Defects of the Anterior Mandible, Floor of Mouth, and Lip Open
Anterior mandible defects result in loss of support for the tongue, floor of the mouth and lower lip, resulting in impairment of airway, feeding, and speech. We treated four patients with these “Andy Gump” deformities. Reconstruction was p…
View article: Continuous External Tissue Expansion for Closure of Forehead Flap Donor Site
Continuous External Tissue Expansion for Closure of Forehead Flap Donor Site Open
Continuous external tissue expansion has been shown to be effective in the management of craniofacial wounds resulting from tumor resection, trauma, and wound dehiscence. Forehead flap donor sites are typically managed with secondary inten…
View article: Reconstruction of Oncologic Axillary Defects.
Reconstruction of Oncologic Axillary Defects. Open
View article: Tandem Reconstruction of the Femoral Diaphysis Using an Intercalary Prosthesis and a Fibular Free Flap
Tandem Reconstruction of the Femoral Diaphysis Using an Intercalary Prosthesis and a Fibular Free Flap Open
Background: Femoral diaphyseal reconstructions with metal prostheses have mediocre results because of high mechanical forces that result in eventual implant failure. Biological alternatives require prolonged restrictions on weight-bearing …
View article: Clinical, functional, and patient‐reported outcomes of radial forearm versus anterolateral thigh free tissue transfer for reconstruction of glossectomy defects
Clinical, functional, and patient‐reported outcomes of radial forearm versus anterolateral thigh free tissue transfer for reconstruction of glossectomy defects Open
Background There is a lack of literature of health‐related quality of life endpoints for radial forearm (RF) versus anterolateral thigh (ALT) free flap reconstruction for glossectomy defects. Our goal was to perform a comprehensive evaluat…
View article: A preliminary analysis of patient reported outcomes following posterolateral mandible reconstruction: The role of flap type
A preliminary analysis of patient reported outcomes following posterolateral mandible reconstruction: The role of flap type Open
Background The choice of tissue type for free flap reconstruction of posterolateral mandible resections is dependent on patient and defect characteristics. We compared clinical and patient‐reported outcomes following reconstruction of thes…
View article: Chordoma arising from the coccygeal disc and mimicking a pilonidal cyst
Chordoma arising from the coccygeal disc and mimicking a pilonidal cyst Open
View article: The evolution of pediatric <scp>soft‐tissue</scp> free flap reconstruction of the lower extremity after oncologic resection: A 30 year experience
The evolution of pediatric <span>soft‐tissue</span> free flap reconstruction of the lower extremity after oncologic resection: A 30 year experience Open
Introduction Limb salvage has become the standard of care for lower extremity tumors because of improvements in adjuvant treatments and reconstructive techniques. While there is literature assessing pediatric lower extremity free flap reco…
View article: Biologic versus synthetic prosthesis for chest wall reconstruction: a matched analysis
Biologic versus synthetic prosthesis for chest wall reconstruction: a matched analysis Open
OBJECTIVES The aim of this study was to compare postoperative outcomes between biologic and synthetic reconstructions after chest wall resection in a matched cohort. METHODS All patients who underwent reconstruction after full-thickness ch…
View article: How long to wait after local infiltration anaesthesia: systematic review
How long to wait after local infiltration anaesthesia: systematic review Open
Background Conflicting evidence exists regarding the optimal waiting time for stable analgesic and vasoconstrictive effects after local infiltration of lidocaine with epinephrine. An objective review is needed to dispel surgical dogma. Met…
View article: #202 Near-infrared fluorescence assessment of myocutnaeous flap microperfusion for gynecologic reconstruction (FOREFRONT): a prospective, non-randomized trial (NCT05071976)
#202 Near-infrared fluorescence assessment of myocutnaeous flap microperfusion for gynecologic reconstruction (FOREFRONT): a prospective, non-randomized trial (NCT05071976) Open
Introduction/Background Flap-based reconstruction following pelvic exenteration is associated with high rates of wound complications, partly due to impaired perfusion. Methodology In this prospective, non-randomized trial (NCT05071976), we…
View article: Reconstruction of oncologic upper extremity defects with fibula free flaps has high union rates and excellent functional outcomes
Reconstruction of oncologic upper extremity defects with fibula free flaps has high union rates and excellent functional outcomes Open
Background Limb salvage has better functional outcomes than amputation in the upper extremity. This can however be challenging after bony tumor resections. Methods This is a retrospective case series of patients who underwent humerus, ulna…
View article: The contribution of microvascular free flaps and pedicled flaps to successful chest wall surgery
The contribution of microvascular free flaps and pedicled flaps to successful chest wall surgery Open
View article: 188. Patient Reported Outcomes Following Soft Tissue Vs. Bony Free Flap Reconstruction Of Mandible Defects
188. Patient Reported Outcomes Following Soft Tissue Vs. Bony Free Flap Reconstruction Of Mandible Defects Open
BACKGROUND: Patient reported outcome measures in oncologic head and neck reconstruction have yet to be fully evaluated. Complex oncologic mandibulectomy reconstructions usually include bony and/or soft tissue elements. While previous studi…
View article: 187. Clinical And Patient Reported Outcomes After Anterolateral Thigh Vs. Radial Forearm Free Flap Reconstruction Of Glossectomy Defects: A Preliminary Examination
187. Clinical And Patient Reported Outcomes After Anterolateral Thigh Vs. Radial Forearm Free Flap Reconstruction Of Glossectomy Defects: A Preliminary Examination Open
PURPOSE: Patient reported outcome measures such as FACE-Q, are currently being integrated and evaluated in head and neck reconstruction. This study examines clinical and FACE-Q outcomes in patients that underwent oncologic glossectomy reco…
View article: 33. Long-term Clinical Outcomes Following Free Fibula Flap Reconstruction of Maxillomandibular Defects with Immediate Dental Implant Placement
33. Long-term Clinical Outcomes Following Free Fibula Flap Reconstruction of Maxillomandibular Defects with Immediate Dental Implant Placement Open
PURPOSE: Immediate dental implant placement (IDIP) at the time of ablative/reconstructive surgery for maxillomandibular cancer is a novel technique that has yet to be evaluated for its long-term clinical outcomes. This study describes long…
View article: 185. Longitudinal Patient Reported Outcomes After Oncologic Free Fibula Flap Reconstruction Of Head And Neck Defects
185. Longitudinal Patient Reported Outcomes After Oncologic Free Fibula Flap Reconstruction Of Head And Neck Defects Open
PURPOSE: Patient reported outcome measures (PROMs), such as FACE-Q, are increasingly used to assess reconstructive outcomes. Although clinical outcomes have been described in head and neck oncologic reconstruction, PROMs have only been rec…
View article: Miniplate Versus Reconstruction Bar Fixation for Oncologic Mandibular Reconstruction with Free Fibula Flaps
Miniplate Versus Reconstruction Bar Fixation for Oncologic Mandibular Reconstruction with Free Fibula Flaps Open
Background Fibula free flaps (FFF) are the gold standard tissue for the reconstruction of segmental mandibular defects. A comparison of miniplate (MP) and reconstruction bar (RB)-based fixation of FFFs has been previously described in a sy…
View article: D115. Patient Reported Outcomes after Soft Tissue Vs. Bony Free Flap Reconstruction of Mandible Defects
D115. Patient Reported Outcomes after Soft Tissue Vs. Bony Free Flap Reconstruction of Mandible Defects Open
PURPOSE: Patient reported outcome measures in oncologic head and neck reconstruction have yet to be fully evaluated. Complex oncologic mandibulectomy reconstructions include bony and/or soft tissue elements. While previous studies evaluate…
View article: D49. Patient Reported and Clinical Outcomes after Radial Forearm vs. anterolateral Thigh Free Flap Reconstruction of Glossectomy Defects: A Preliminary Examination
D49. Patient Reported and Clinical Outcomes after Radial Forearm vs. anterolateral Thigh Free Flap Reconstruction of Glossectomy Defects: A Preliminary Examination Open
PURPOSE: Patient reported outcome measures such as FACE-Q, are currently being integrated and evaluated in head and neck reconstruction. This study examines clinical and FACE-Q outcomes in patients that underwent oncologic glossectomy reco…
View article: D52. Long-term Clinical Outcomes following Free Fibula Flap Head and Neck Reconstruction with Immediate Dental Implant Placement
D52. Long-term Clinical Outcomes following Free Fibula Flap Head and Neck Reconstruction with Immediate Dental Implant Placement Open
PURPOSE: Immediate dental implant placement (IDIP) at the time of ablative/reconstructive surgery for maxillomandibular cancer is a novel technique that has yet to be evaluated for its long-term clinical outcomes. This study describes long…
View article: PC18. FACE-Q Outcomes following Free Fibula Flap Reconstruction with Immediate Dental Implant Placement
PC18. FACE-Q Outcomes following Free Fibula Flap Reconstruction with Immediate Dental Implant Placement Open
PURPOSE: Immediate dental implant placement (IDIP) is a technique that places dental implants into the bony reconstructions of maxillomandibular defects at the time of oncologic surgery. FACE-Q is a patient reported outcome measure (PROM) …
View article: Making the Case for Virtual Surgical Planning: Bilateral Sequential Fibula Flaps with Immediate Dental Implants for Maxillectomy
Making the Case for Virtual Surgical Planning: Bilateral Sequential Fibula Flaps with Immediate Dental Implants for Maxillectomy Open
Summary: Oncologic maxillectomy defects requiring bony reconstruction are among the most challenging head and neck cases because of the complex three-dimensional geometry of the midface. Virtual surgical planning technology is advantageous…
View article: Biosandwich technique for extensive chest wall reconstruction in patients with complex defects
Biosandwich technique for extensive chest wall reconstruction in patients with complex defects Open
Central MessageThe biosandwich technique is an effective, rigid, adaptable, and completely biocompatible reconstructive option for extensive defects in high-risk patients or complex settings. The biosandwich technique is an effective, rigi…
View article: Redefining Fasciocutaneous Microanatomy: An Illustrated Review of Current Concepts and Their Clinical Correlates
Redefining Fasciocutaneous Microanatomy: An Illustrated Review of Current Concepts and Their Clinical Correlates Open
Emerging anatomical concepts challenge microsurgical dogma.The current anatomy of the skin and subcutaneous tissue was reviewed with the objective of challenging the existing understanding of fasciocutaneous microanatomy using an updated a…
View article: Propeller Flaps for Lower Back Defects.
Propeller Flaps for Lower Back Defects. Open
What are the reconstructive challenges of the lumbosacral area?What are the goals and principles of reconstructing the lumbosacral defect?What are propeller flaps?How are propeller flaps used in the lumbosacral region?
View article: Omentum as a Vascular Carrier for Salvage Thoracic Spine Osseous Reconstruction
Omentum as a Vascular Carrier for Salvage Thoracic Spine Osseous Reconstruction Open
Reconstruction of vertebral column defects with vascularized bone flaps increases rates of bony union, decreases the time to union, and decreases rates of complications as compared with alloplastic reconstruction using interbody cages and …
View article: Long-term Growth, Functional, and Aesthetic Outcomes after Fibula Free Flap Reconstruction for Mandibulectomy Performed in Children
Long-term Growth, Functional, and Aesthetic Outcomes after Fibula Free Flap Reconstruction for Mandibulectomy Performed in Children Open
Background: The long-term outcome of mandible reconstruction when performed in children has not been well documented. Methods: This is a retrospective case series of patients who underwent immediate oncologic mandible reconstruction with a…