Reinnervated flap for mouth and throat reconstruction
Part of Cancer, Ear, nose & throat, Mouth & dental clinical trials.
This trial tests a new way to rebuild parts of the mouth or throat after surgery, using a flap from the thigh that is reconnected to nerves to help it work better. It may help people who need a reconstructive procedure for these areas.
Summary written for real people, not researchers, by Clin2.
Who can take part
- You have a defect in your mouth or the back of your throat that needs to be rebuilt.
- Your surgeon plans to use a special type of flap called a reinnervated profunda artery perforator (PAP) flap.
- You are 18 years old or older.
- You are able to understand and give your consent to participate.
- You do not have any medical or psychological condition that would prevent you from having the surgery or following the study procedures.
Quick eligibility check
Answer a few plain-language questions, based on this study's own requirements, to get a preliminary sense of fit.
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