The Sternohyoid Flap for Facial Reanimation

Facial Plast Surg Clin North Am. 2016 Feb;24(1):61-9. doi: 10.1016/j.fsc.2015.09.005.

Abstract

This article discusses the use of the sternohyoid muscle for facial reanimation. The report outlines the rationale for use, the technical aspects of flap harvest, and early clinical outcomes. The utility of the flap and its comparative attributes relative to the gracilis flap are discussed.

Keywords: Facial paralysis; Facial reanimation; Free flap; Gracilis; Microvascular; Sternohyoid.

Publication types

  • Review

MeSH terms

  • Facial Paralysis / surgery*
  • Humans
  • Hyoid Bone / surgery*
  • Surgical Flaps*