The pedicled transverse partial latissimus dorsi myocutaneous flap for reconstruction of the radiated partial mastectomy defect

The pedicled partial latissimus dorsi myocutaneous flap based on the transverse branch of the thoracodorsal artery is described as it offers several advantages for reconstruction of radiated partial mastectomy defects. It maintains bulk and vascularity while having a favorable morbidity profile comp...

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Main Authors: Zachary Farris, Andrew L. Kochuba
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Elsevier 2015-03-01
Series:JPRAS Open
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Online Access:http://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S2352587814000060