Effects of Neoadjuvant Chemotherapy and Radiotherapy on Flap Perfusion in a Novel Mouse Model Using Standard Clinical Assessment and Near-Infrared Fluorescence Angiography
Journal: Archives of Otolaryngology & Rhinology (Vol.3, No. 2)Publication Date: 2017-06-13
Authors : Tushar Ramesh Lindsay S Moore Neel Patel Kiranya Tipirneni Jason M Warram Jillian R Richter Erika M Walsh Geoffrey P Aaron Anthony B Morlandt Brian B Hughley; Eben L Rosenthal;
Page : 038-042
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Abstract
Purpose: Minimizing surgical morbidity after local flap reconstruction is important in the management of cutaneous defects. Controversy exists in current literature regarding the effects of radiation and chemotherapy on flap perfusion. Neoadjuvant treatments can damage the microvasculature of the surgical bed through fibrosis, endothelial cell damage, and reduced cell proliferation, which collectively increase the likelihood of postoperative flap failure. The aim of this study is to examine the effects of neoadjuvant radiation and chemotherapy on skin flap perfusion.
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