The Supraclavicular Artery Island Flap (SCAIF) for Head and Neck Reconstruction: Surgical Technique and Refinements
- 3 April 2013
- journal article
- review article
- Published by Wiley in Otolaryngology -- Head and Neck Surgery
- Vol. 148 (6), 933-940
- https://doi.org/10.1177/0194599813484288
Abstract
We have found the supraclavicular artery island flap (SCAIF) to be a reliable, first-line tool for the reconstruction of complex head and neck defects. Here, we review our technique of flap elevation and summarize the current literature citing important contributions in the evolution of this flap. Medline literature review of supraclavicular artery island flap or shoulder flap in head and neck reconstruction with particular emphasis on developments within the past 5 years. Literature review of technique, indications, anatomy, modification, and outcomes of the supraclavicular artery island flap. The supraclavicular artery island flap is an important and reliable option in head and neck reconstruction. We use the flap routinely in our practice as a first-line technique when fasciocutaneous soft-tissue reconstruction is required, and we provide a detailed summary of the flap elevation and inset. The supraclavicular artery island flap is a safe, reliable, technically simple, sensate, thin, pliable fasciocutaneous regional flap option that has low morbidity. It provides sensate, single-stage reconstruction for a variety of head and neck defects and should be considered as a first-line option in head and neck reconstruction.Keywords
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