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Histological changes in free jejunal grafts used in pharyngeal reconstruction

Published online by Cambridge University Press:  29 June 2007

J. A. J. Deans ,
J. Hill  and
M. Bennett
J. A. J. Deans
Affiliation:
Newcastle upon Tyne
J. Hill*
Affiliation:
Newcastle upon Tyne
M. Bennett
Affiliation:
Newcastle upon Tyne
*
Mr J.Hill F.R.C.S., Department of Otolaryngology, Freeman Hospital, Freeman Road, High Heaton, Newcastle upon Tyne NE7 7DN.
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Abstract

A histological study was performed of biopsies taken from jejunal free grafts used in pharyngeal reconstruction. The main findings were a decreased crypt/villi ratio and a mild chronic inflammatory infiltrate. There was no evidence of metaplastic or dysplastic transformation.

Keywords

Pharyngeal surgeryLaryngectomy

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The Journal of Laryngology & Otology , Volume 105 , Issue 7 , July 1991 , pp. 556 - 557
Copyright
Copyright © JLO (1984) Limited 1991

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