Desai SC

[PURPOSE] Defects resulting from open resection of anterior skull base neoplasms are difficult to reconstruct. Our objective was to review the literature and describe an evidence-based algorithm that can guide surgeons reconstructing anteri…

[OBJECTIVES] Free tissue reconstruction of the head and neck must be initially overcorrected due to expected postoperative free flap volume loss, which can be accelerated by adjuvant radiation therapy. In this study, we aim to identify pati…

[PURPOSE OF REVIEW] The strain on healthcare resources in light of the COVID-19 pandemic has forced many head and neck surgeons to explore reconstructive options that may decrease length of stay. Here, we review three common and versatile r…

[PURPOSE] Complications in facial plastic surgery can lead to pain, suffering, and permanent harm. Yet, the etiology and outcomes of adverse events are understudied. This study aims to determine the etiology and outcomes of adverse events r…

[PURPOSE] Our objective was to understand which variables are associated with hematoma formation at both the donor and recipient sites in head and neck free tissue transfer and if hematoma rates are affected by tourniquet use. [METHODS] Pa…

[LEARNING OBJECTIVES] Identify factors associated with skin graft take in fibula free flaps (FFF) and radial forearm free flaps (RFFF) donor sites. [STUDY OBJECTIVES] To determine which factors are associated with decreased skin graft take…

[BACKGROUND]  The radial forearm free flap (RFFF) is a staple of microsurgical reconstruction. Significant attention has been paid to donor-site morbidity, particularly vascular and aesthetic consequences. Relatively few authors have discus…

[OBJECTIVE] To perform the first systematic review evaluating all established treatment modalities of head and neck lymphedema resulting from head and neck cancer therapy. Since craniofacial lymphedema treatment represents unique challenges…

[PURPOSE] To present the second known case of nasal alar schwannoma, first since 1973, with important considerations for surgical management. [CASE REPORT] We present the case of a 25-year-old male with a 5-year history of progressively en…

[OBJECTIVES/HYPOTHESIS] A simple, safe and effective surgical alternative for treating adductor spasmodic dysphonia (ADSD) would appeal to many patients. This study evaluates a new option, using radiofrequency-induced thermotherapy (RFITT) …

Slight alterations in the intricate anatomy of the upper and lower eyelid or their underlying structures can have pronounced consequences for ocular esthetics and function. The understanding of periorbital structures and their interrelation…

[UNLABELLED] Medium to large septal perforations are a challenging problem to the rhinoplasty surgeon. In this study, records and outcomes are reviewed for 25 patients who underwent septal perforation repair over a 10-year period. All patie…