Data Collection and statistical analysis:
The following data elements were collected for each patient in the
cohort: basic demographics, social history, defect classification,
previous treatment, ablative procedure, donor site morbidity, salivary
bypass tube use, and functional outcomes. Skin paddle dimensions,
recipient blood vessels, and venous coupler sizing were collected.
Surgical outcomes and complications were documented from flap donor site
and reconstructive site. SLP data including voice outcomes, swallowing
outcomes, enteral feeding usage, and tracheoesophageal puncture (TEP)
usage were reviewed and descriptive statistics performed.