Oral reconstruction using the peroneal flap

Eight cases of oral reconstruction using the peroneal flap are reported. Six are for tongue and two are for oral wall. All flaps survived completely. The peroneal flap has many merits: the flap is thin and wide, the peroneal vessels have a large diameter lumen and long pedicle, the donor site has few sequela, and simultaneous surgery is possible. In addition, the characteristics of the flap skin change gradually to that of mucous membrane, and hairs disappear in a year or two. We believe that for reconstruction of the oral cavity the peroneal flap is a better source than any other flap.