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RECRUITING
NCT06714760
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Evaluation of the Galea-pericranium Flap in Reconstruction of Oral Cavity Defects

Sponsor: IRCCS Azienda Ospedaliero-Universitaria di Bologna

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Summary

The overall objective of this study is to evaluate the safety of using the galea and pericranium (fascio-periosteal) temporal flap in the reconstruction of mandibular gingival defects.

Key Details

Gender

All

Age Range

18 Years - Any

Study Type

INTERVENTIONAL

Enrollment

5

Start Date

2025-01-11

Completion Date

2026-11-11

Last Updated

2024-12-04

Healthy Volunteers

No

Conditions

Interventions

PROCEDURE

Reconstruction following parcellar resections of the mandibular gingival region

In our surgical approach, we have used periosteum, galea, or pericranium flaps for reconstruction of bone and tissue defects in the cervicofacial region, with excellent results. To treat mandibular osteoradionecrosis, we harvested periosteum flaps from the radius, demonstrating efficacy in bone regeneration. For minor defects, such as those of the nose, we used flaps from the medial femoral condyle, despite the complexity of harvesting. The cranial region, particularly the temporo-parietal area, offered excellent vascularization, allowing the use of revascularized flaps for reconstruction of the oral mucosa after removal of carcinomas. These flaps have also been effective in the treatment of pharyngeal fistulas, proving to be a functionally reliable solution for oral cavity and cervicofacial defects.

Locations (1)

IRCCS - Azienda Ospedaliero Universitaria di Bologna

Bologna, Emilia-Romagna, Italy