U.S., Sept. 16 -- ClinicalTrials.gov registry received information related to the study (NCT07819617) titled 'Submental Island Flap vs Radial Forearm Free Flap in Tongue Reconstruction' on Sept. 06.
Brief Summary: This study evaluates and compares the postoperative surgical outcomes and quality of life (QoL) in patients undergoing tongue reconstruction after tongue cancer resection, comparing two reconstructive options: the Submental Island Pedicled Flap (SIPF) and the Radial Forearm Free Flap (RFFF). Quality of life was assessed using the University of Washington Quality of Life questionnaire (UW-QOL v4) to evaluate functional, cosmetic, and psychological recovery.
Study Start Date: Sept. 01, 2024
Study Type: OBSERVATIONAL
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