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Research Article| Volume 40, ISSUE 1, P27-30, January 1987

Free vertical abdominal fasciocutaneous flap

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      Abstract

      The use of a free vertical fasciocutaneous flap in total cheek reconstruction is described. The technique has been successfully used in three patients and the advantage of such a free flap in head and neck reconstruction is described.

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