Optimizing the Pedicled Latissimus Dorsi Myocutaneous Flap in Breast Reconstruction: Lessons Learned from 110 Consecutive Flaps

Background:. The pedicled latissimus dorsi myocutaneous flap (LDMCF) in autologous breast reconstruction has been superseded by abdominal free tissue transfer. Common complaints of the LDMCF include the asymmetric back scar, need for prosthesis, and high seroma rates. We believe that the LDMCF remai...

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Main Authors: Leandra Doan, BS, Andre-Philippe Sam, BS, Wai-Yee Li, MD, PhD, FACS
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Wolters Kluwer 2024-05-01
Series:Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, Global Open
Online Access:http://journals.lww.com/prsgo/fulltext/10.1097/GOX.0000000000005791