Supraclavicular Artery Island Flap for Head and Neck Oncologic Reconstruction: Indications, Complications, and Outcomes

Abstract

This thin flap is easy and quick to harvest, has a reliable pedicle, and has minimal donor-site morbidity. It is now the authors' flap of choice for many common head and neck reconstructive problems. Early experience using the supraclavicular artery island flap suggests that it is an excellent flap option for head and neck oncologic disease patients.