The free scapular/parascapular flap as a reliable method of reconstruction in the head and neck region: A retrospective analysis of 130 reconstructions performed over a period of 5 years in a single Department

The scapular/parascapular free flap was described by Saijo in 1978 and has since then been widely used in reconstructive procedures. This is a retrospective study, describing our experience with the use of free scapula/parascapular flap in 130 reconstructions over a period of 5 years in the Department of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery of the University Hospital of Erlangen. Demographical data, data regarding the underlying pathology, flap...