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Semin Plast Surg 2025; 39(04): 200-201
DOI: 10.1055/s-0045-1814111
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Chang Gung Experience (Part 2) Microsurgical Head and Neck Reconstruction

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  • Chung-Kan Tsao

    1   Department of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, Chang Gung Memorial Hospital, Chang Gung Medical College, Chang Gung University, Taipei, Taiwan
    2   Center for Tissue Engineering, Chang Gung Memorial Hospital, Taoyuan, Taiwan

  • Huang-Kai Kao

    3   Department of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, Chang Gung Memorial Hospital and Chang Gung University College of Medicine, Taoyuan, Taiwan
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Huang-Kai Kao, MD

Microsurgical reconstruction has emerged as an indispensable pillar in the multidisciplinary management of head and neck malignancies, enabling the restoration of both function and aesthetic form following extensive oncologic resections. Over the past four decades, Chang Gung Memorial Hospital (CGMH) has amassed unparalleled experience in this specialized domain, establishing itself as a premier institution in advancing the frontiers of reconstructive microsurgery.

This special issue presents a comprehensive series documenting the evolution of microsurgical techniques at CGMH, charting the progression from early adoption of free tissue transfer to the sophisticated reconstructive algorithms that define contemporary practice. Our collective experience, encompassing tens of thousands of cases, reflects not merely technical innovation but the seamless integration of surgical expertise with oncologic principles, perioperative optimization, and comprehensive functional rehabilitation.

The institutional contributions of CGMH extend well beyond clinical excellence to encompass the education and mentorship of successive generations of reconstructive surgeons, the development of innovative surgical techniques, and the dissemination of knowledge through peer-reviewed literature. These endeavors have substantially influenced international standards in head and neck reconstruction and have contributed measurably to enhanced patient outcomes globally.

Through this compendium of four decades of institutional experience, we aim to provide a definitive scholarly resource that delineates both historical milestones and contemporary best practices. This issue underscores the critical importance of sustained institutional dedication, robust multidisciplinary collaboration, and relentless innovation in advancing the discipline of microsurgical reconstruction for head and neck oncologic defects.

We trust that this collection will serve as both a testament to past achievements and a foundation for future advances in this dynamic field.



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Article published online:
18 December 2025

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