Compares infection risks in head and neck reconstructive surgery, suggesting safer donor site options for patients.
the DCIA free flap may be associated with a higher risk of systemic infections. Therefore, for patients with predisposing factors for systemic infections, the fibula free flap might represent a safer donor site. These findings could help refine donor site selection and improve individualized planning in head and neck reconstructive surgery.
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