The effect of peri-operative innovations in free flap reconstruction

PhD ceremony: Mr. J.M. Smit, 13.15 uur, Academiegebouw, Broerstraat 5, Groningen

Dissertation: The effect of peri-operative innovations in free flap reconstruction

Promotor(s): prof. P.M.N. Werker, prof. C.J.A.M. Zeebregts, prof. G.H. De Bock

Faculty: Medical Sciences

The aim of this thesis was to investigate if innovations around free flap surgery are able to improve the outcome of free flap reconstructions. In line with the recent developments, the focus of this thesis was the role of preoperative investigations of the vasculature of the flap and the post operative monitoring.