Cunha-Gomes D, Choudhari C, Bhathena HM, Kavarana NM. The hemithigh microvascular transfer (combined anterolateral thigh flap and tensor fasciae latae flap) for a full thickness abdominal wall reconstruction: a case report.
Acta Chir Plast 2000;
41:71-3. [PMID:
10641324]
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Abstract
In large, full thickness upper abdominal wall defects a free microvascular tissue transfer is the only option which will enable reconstruction of the structural integrity of the abdominal wall as well as give a good aesthetic appearance. We present a case in which such a defect was reconstructed by a 29 x 19 cm hemithigh free flap, combining the adjacent vascular territories of the anterolateral thigh flap and the tensor fasciae latae flap based on the lateral circumflex femoral artery.
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