Test on Head and Neck Reconstructive Surgery
Head and Neck Reconstructive Surgery: A Student Guide
Test: Oral cavity reconstruction, Head and neck reconstruction, Free flap reconstruction, Mandibular reconstruction, Regional flap techniques, Tongue reconstruction, Fibula osteocutaneous flap mandibular reconstruction, Fibula osteocutaneous flap reconstructive techniques
20 questions
Question 1: The Pentagonal anterolateral thigh musculocutaneous flap is a preferred option for total tongue defects.
A. Ano
B. Ne
Explanation: Table 12.3, 'Tongue defects and options available for reconstruction', lists the Pentagonal anterolateral thigh musculocutaneous flap as the preferred option for Total tongue defects.
Question 2: According to the study materials, what are the advantages of using vascularized bone in reconstructive procedures?
A. It is highly susceptible to infection.
B. It does not resorb.
C. It is dependent on the recipient bed vascularity for survival.
D. It resists infection well.
Explanation: The study materials state that "Vascularized bone resists infection well, does not resorb, and is not dependent on the recipient bed vascularity for survival." Therefore, options stating it does not resorb and resists infection well are correct. The options suggesting susceptibility to infection or dependency on recipient bed vascularity are incorrect based on the text.
Question 3: The scapular osteomusculocutaneous flap includes the clavicle as one of its primary components.
A. Ano
B. Ne
Explanation: The scapular osteomusculocutaneous flap includes the lateral border of the scapula, scapular and/or parascapular skin, and the latissimus dorsi muscle. The study materials do not list the clavicle as a primary component of this flap.
Question 4: Which of the following are described as possible shapes for the skin paddle design of a pectoralis major myocutaneous flap?
A. Transverse
B. Oblong
C. Vertical
D. Crescent
Explanation: According to the study materials, the skin paddle for a pectoralis major myocutaneous flap can be designed as a transverse, vertical, or crescent shape, considering the location of the defect and preservation of the nipple–areolar complex.
Question 5: The infrahyoid myofascial flap is primarily chosen for tongue reconstruction to provide bulk.
A. Ano
B. Ne
Explanation: The study materials classify the infrahyoid myofascial flap as one that maintains mobility, not one that provides bulk.