Partial Mandibulectomy Without Bony Reconstruction in Patients With Oropharyngeal or Mouth Cancer
This paper examines partial mandibulectomy without bony reconstruction in selected patients with oropharyngeal or mouth cancer. It discusses functional and reconstructive considerations in a specialist head and neck context.
Research snapshot
Authors: Thomas Schrom; Florian Bast; Stephan Knipping
Publication Type: Journal article
Publication Date: 09/2019
Publication Details: Contemporary Oncology (Poznan). 2019;23(3):146-150.
PMID: 31798329
PMCID: PMC6883967
DOI: 10.5114/wo.2019.87575
Study Type: Original paper
A link to the original publication: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/31798329/
What this paper looked at
Selected cases of partial mandibulectomy without bony reconstruction in oropharyngeal or mouth cancer patients.
Key points from the publication
The paper explores an approach to mandibular resection where bony reconstruction is not performed, with discussion of patient selection and outcomes in context.
Clinical relevance
Relevant to head and neck oncology and reconstructive decision-making. Patient-facing interpretation requires clinical review and careful context.
What this means in context
Adds evidence of publication activity in broader ENT and head and neck surgery, beyond rhinoplasty and rhinology.
About Mr Florian Bast
Mr Florian Bast is a London-based Consultant Rhinologist, ENT and Facial Plastic Surgeon with specialist expertise in rhinoplasty, revision rhinoplasty, septorhinoplasty and facial plastic surgery.
His work includes the assessment and treatment of patients with both functional and aesthetic concerns, including nasal obstruction, nasal shape concerns, revision nasal surgery, septal problems and wider ENT and facial plastic surgery needs.
Mr Bast’s approach focuses on careful assessment, clear communication and treatment planning that considers both appearance and function. He aims to help patients understand what may be appropriate for their individual anatomy, symptoms and goals, with an emphasis on natural-looking, functional results and informed decision-making.
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