Free flap surgery (release surgery) after partial glossectomy

Posted by jeffvalvassori @jeffvalvassori, 4 days ago

I had a partial glossectomy to remove squamous cell carcinoma from my tongue and then 30 radiation treatments almost 2 years ago. I’m talking with my surgeon about release surgery ( free flap ) and wondering if anyone can share their experience

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niml | @niml | 3 days ago

What is release ( free flap) surgery? I had a partial glossectomy in May of 2024 and also 30 radiation treatments.Just wondering.

jeffvalvassori | @jeffvalvassori | 3 days ago

They take muscle from your forearm to replace the scar tissue in your mouth and then take a graft from your leg to your forearm. Supposedly to help with speech and swallowing and being able to open your mouth wider

roblem | @roblem | 3 days ago

Hi @jeffvalvassori,

I just posted this for a similar person- here https://connect.mayoclinic.org/discussion/modified-neck-dissection/

William Olsen, Volunteer Mentor | @hrhwilliam | 1 day ago

Hello @jeffvalvassori Thank you for bringing up this topic, which is little discussed and lesser known. There are many in the Head and Neck Cancer group who might benefit from your experience and information.

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