Perioperative diffuse optical imaging of blood flow distributions for porcine skin flap viability assessment

Key Points

• Flap viability assessment shows significant promise using diffuse optical imaging methodologies, particularly scDCT.
• The method effectively aids in stratifying necrosis risk, providing valuable insights for surgical decision-making.
• Assessment utilizing scDCT imaging enables real-time monitoring of blood flow distributions in skin flaps during procedures.
• Future clinical translation may enhance surgical outcomes, though large-scale validation remains necessary.