Temporalis Myofascial Flap Effectiveness

The Efficacy of Temporalis Myofascial Flap in Reconstruction of Various Cranio-maxillofacial Defects

This research is conducted as trial to improve lifestyle of patients with cranio-maxillofacial defects following major insults like trauma or tumor resection in form of speech problems or dysphagia by usage temporalis myofascial flap and assessment of it's effectiveness

Inclusion Criteria:

• patients with:

  • TMJ ankylosis

    • Osteomyelitis following mucormycosis
    • Following tumor resection like maxillectomy or temporal bone resection
    • Following orbital exentration due to tumors or infections
    • Following massive trauma
    • Facial reanimation

Exclusion Criteria:

• • History of head & neck embolization as it may compromise blood supply of the flap

  • Extensive tumors involving maxillary artery
  • History of head & neck radiation or chemotherapy
  • Temporalis muscle wasting due to any reason
  • Bad general condition