PACE , Gian Marco

Objective: The aim of this study is to analyze functional outcomes of soft palate reconstruction after oncologic surgery. Methods: This study was conducted in conformity with the PRISMA statement. A single arm meta-analysis was performed for feeding tube dependence (FTD) (primary outcome), velopharyngeal insufficiency (VPI) and hypernasality...

Objective: This study aims to evaluate the efficacy of the profunda artery perforator (PAP) flap in head and neck reconstruction. Methods: A single arm meta-analysis was performed for flap survival rate (primary outcome), reoperation for major complication, and overall complication rates (secondary outcomes). Results: The search strategy...

Background: To elaborate a preoperative score to predict the necessity of enteral nutrition at 28 days postoperatively in patients undergoing head and neck surgery. Methods: A total of 424 patients with oral cavity, oropharyngeal, laryngeal, and hypopharyngeal carcinoma were retrospectively enrolled and analyzed to identify preoperative...