Dr. Camilo Mosquera’s latest research article, “Risk Factors for Prolonged Postoperative Mechanical Ventilation Following Head and Neck Microvascular Free Flap Reconstruction and Its Association with Patient Outcomes,” has been published in the prestigious International Journal of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery.

Prolonged postoperative mechanical ventilation is known to increase the risk of mortality and lead to longer ICU and hospital stays. Despite its importance, few studies have focused on identifying which patients are most at risk after complex head and neck microvascular reconstruction. In this retrospective cohort study, Dr. Mosquera and his team identified several key risk factors, including current tobacco use and higher preoperative ASA scores, which were significantly associated with prolonged mechanical ventilation.

The International Journal of Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery is a leading global journal in the field, recognized for its rigorous peer review and high-impact contributions to surgical science.

Congratulations to Dr. Mosquera for advancing our understanding of perioperative risk and helping improve outcomes in head and neck reconstruction