Surgical and health related quality of life outcomes following treatment with zygomatic implant perforated (ZIP) flaps
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Hurrell, Michael
Howes, Dale
Leinkram, David
Low, Tsu-Hui Hubert
Dunn, Masako
Clark, Jonathan R
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Background The zygomatic implant perforated (ZIP) flap is a novel approach to the challenge of reconstructing the maxilla. We report on our experience using the ZIP flap technique for patients undergoing infrastructure maxillectomy at Chris O'Brien Lifehouse, Sydney, Australia.
Methods Thirteen patients who underwent a ZIP flap reconstruction between August 2019 and August 2021 were identified. Demographic, surgical, and histopathological information was collected. Health Related Quality of Life (HRQOL) was assessed using the FACE-Q Head and Neck Cancer module, the M.D. Anderson Dysphagia Inventory, and the Speech Handicap Index.
Results A total of 44 zygomatic implants were placed, of which 42 (95%) survived. The median time from surgery to dental rehabilitation was 35 days. HRQOL data was available for nine patients over 24 months, demonstrating improved speech and swallowing outcomes over the follow up period.
Conclusions The ZIP flap is a reproducible surgical technique that facilitates rapid dental rehabilitation post infrastructure maxillectomy.
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ANZ Journal of Surgery
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94
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5
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Watson, AL; Hurrell, M; Howes, D; Leinkram, D; Low, T-HH; Dunn, M; Clark, JR, Surgical and health related quality of life outcomes following treatment with zygomatic implant perforated (ZIP) flaps, ANZ Journal of Surgery, 2024, 94 (5), pp. 846-853