today my dad had surgery to remove his tongue cancer. Originally it was planned for a forearm free flap, but the dr called to say they are proceeding with a pec flap instead as some branches of the carotid artery and jugular vein were removed. I guess there were issues with them due to radiation, but a suspicious node was nearby. To prevent further spread, these were partially removed. As a result, pec flap was done to avoid any potential damage to other side of neck. I always knew this was a possibility, but there was never discussion of the arteries. What does this mean long term wise and with quality of life. He's still in surgery so I Am a nervous wreck.