Matrix Head and Neck Reconstruction Scalable Reconstructive Approaches Organized by Defect Location

The matrix concept is a unique approach to organizing and presenting facial, head and neck defects. Most clinical cases present as a defect or as the potential for a defect after a resection. The matrix approach is a human cognitive approachto problem solving. This atlas allows the reader to search out their potential defects and study the possible reconstructive options available to them. This spectrum of possibilities may help the surgeon to decide whether to manage on the case on their own or refer it for more expertise. It is also a visible tool to assist surgeons in reviewing options and making decisions with patients in the informed consent process.

Section I. Free Tissue Transfer Donor Site Options.- Section II. The Matrix of Anatomic Locations of Defects of the Head and Neck: Scalp.- Section III. The Matrix of Anatomic Locations of Defects of the Head and Neck: Composite Skull Defects.- Section IV. The Matrix of Anatomic Locations of Defects of the Head and Neck: Upper Third of Head (Temple).- Section V. The Matrix of Anatomic Locations of Defects of the Head and Neck: Upper Third of Head (Forehead).- Section VI. The Matrix of Anatomic Locations of Defects of the Head and Neck: Upper Third of Head (Anterior Skull Base).- Section VII. The Matrix of Anatomic Locations of Defects of the Head and Neck: Middle Third of Head (Ear).- Section VIII. The Matrix of Anatomic Locations of Defects of the Head and Neck: Middle Third of Head (Lateral Skull Base).- Section IX. The Matrix of Anatomic Locations of Defects of the Head and Neck: Middle Third of Head (Cheek/Parotid Bed).- Section X. The Matrixof Anatomic Locations of Defects of the Head and Neck: Middle Third of Head (Orbit).- Section XI. The Matrix of Anatomic Locations of Defects of the Head and Neck: Middle Third of Head (Nose).- Section XII. The Matrix of Anatomic Locations of Defects of the Head and Neck: Middle Third of Head (Lips).- Section XIII. The Matrix of Anatomic Locations of Defects of the Head and Neck: Middle Third of Head (Oral Cavity).- Section XIV. The Matrix of Anatomic Locations of Defects of the Head and Neck: Lower Third of Head (Oral Cavity).- Section XV. The Matrix of Anatomic Locations of Defects of the Head and Neck: Lower Third of Head (Chin).- Section XVI. The Matrix of Anatomic Locations of Defects of the Head and Neck: Lower Third of Head (Mandible).- Section XVII. The Matrix of Anatomic Locations of Defects of the Head and Neck: Neck (Cutaneous).- Section XVIII. The Matrix of Anatomic Locations of Defects of the Head and Neck: Neck (Pharynx).- Section XIX. The Matrix of Anatomic Locations of Defects of the Head and Neck: Neck (Larynx/Laryngopharynx).