Wenlu Li, Yanjie Yang and Juanfang Zhu
Free flaps represent the first option for reconstruction of the head and neck oncologic defect. However, the assessment of patient satisfaction and quality of life (QOL) is also important. Therefore, assessment of the QOL in head and neck cancer patients has become an important aspect of postoperative care and even an aim of the therapeutic approach. Indeed, QOL has become an increasingly important outcome measure for patients undergoing treatment for a wide array of illnesses, and it reflects a patient’s general sense of well-being.