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This study aims to assess how training with chicken thighs influences the learning curve in head and neck microsurgery.

April 1, 2026Journal of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery0 citationsOpen Access

Effect of Chicken Thigh Training on Learning Curve in Head and Neck Microsurgery: A Single Surgeon's Experience

THTakeaki HidakaMemorial Hospital of South Bend SMShimpei MiyamotoThe University of Tokyo YFYutaka FukunagaNaruto University of Education

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This study aims to assess how training with chicken thighs influences the learning curve in head and neck microsurgery.
Utilized chicken thigh models for simulation training
Assessed the learning curve during actual microvascular anastomosis surgeries
Conducted training under a single surgeon's supervision
Demonstrated improved surgical performance with prior chicken thigh training
Showed a reduction in the time required to complete anastomosis
Indicated a more consistent surgical technique among trainees

Abstract

Objectives: Microvascular anastomosis is an essential part of head and neck free-flap reconstruction surgery, yet its technical demands require substantial training. Chicken thigh models have been widely used for simulation training, but their impact on actual surgical performance remains unclear. The aim of this study is to examine the impact of training using chicken thighs on the learning curve in real free-flap surgeries, and to introduce our concept of microvascular anastomosis.

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