Hyperspectral Imaging (HSI) as a new diagnostic tool in free flap monitoring for soft tissue reconstruction: a proof of concept study

Abstract Objectives Free flap surgery is an essential procedure in soft tissue reconstruction. Complications due to vascular compromise often require revision surgery or flap removal. We present hyperspectral imaging (HSI) as a new tool in flap monitoring to improve sensitivity compared to establish...

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Main Authors: Lukas H. Kohler, Hannes Köhler, Simon Kohler, Stefan Langer, Rima Nuwayhid, Ines Gockel, Nick Spindler, Georg Osterhoff
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: BMC 2021-04-01
Series:BMC Surgery
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Online Access:https://doi.org/10.1186/s12893-021-01232-0