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This systematic review and meta-analysis evaluate the efficacy and diagnostic accuracy of HSI in monitoring flap viability, particularly in detecting ischemia and necrosis. A systematic search of PubMed, ScienceDirect, and Cochrane Library was conducted following PRISMA 2020 guidelines. Studies on HSI's role in flap viability were critically appraised using the Critical Appraisal Skills Programme checklist. A random-effects model was applied for the meta-analysis. Nine studies were included, six focusing on flap complications. HSI demonstrated a median sensitivity of 93% (63\u2013100%) and a median specificity of 96% (81\u2013100%) for detecting compromised flaps, outperforming clinical assessments in some cases. Significant differences were observed between viable and necrotic tissues in four key HSI parameters: Oxygen saturation, tissue hemoglobin index (THI), tissue water index, and near-infrared perfusion index (NIR-PI). 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