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Histopathologic Features of Mucosal Head and Neck Cancer Cachexia.
[OBJECTIVE] Determine the histopathologic features that correlate with head and neck cancer (HNC) cachexia. [METHODS] A single-institution, retrospective study was performed on adults with HPV-negative, mucosal squamous cell carcinoma of t…
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Postoperative consequences of cancer cachexia after head and neck free flap reconstruction.
[BACKGROUND] Cachexia is detrimental for patients with head and neck cancer (HNC). However, postoperative consequences of HNC cachexia remain unknown. [METHODS] A 2014-2019 retrospective review was performed of adults undergoing aerodigest…
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Sarcopenia is associated with blood transfusions in head and neck cancer free flap surgery.
[OBJECTIVE] To determine if sarcopenia is a predictor of blood transfusion requirements in head and neck cancer free flap reconstruction (HNCFFR). [METHODS] A single-institution, retrospective review was performed of HNCFFR patients with p…
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Skeletal Muscle Index's Impact on Discharge Disposition After Head and Neck Cancer Free Flap Reconstruction.
[OBJECTIVE] To determine the role of skeletal muscle index (SMI) in the assessment of frailty and determination of discharge to post-acute care facilities (PACF) after head and neck cancer free flap reconstruction (HNCFFR). [STUDY DESIGN] …
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Impact of Sarcopenia on Outcomes of Autologous Head and Neck Free Tissue Reconstruction.
[BACKGROUND] Sarcopenia has been implicated as a positive predictor of postsurgical complications. Its role in head and neck (H&N) free flap reconstruction has yet to be examined. Our study aimed to determine the clinical impact of sarcope…