Latissimus Dorsi Myocutaneous Flap in Immediate Reconstruction after Salvage Mastectomy Post-Lumpectomy and Radiation Therapy

Background:. Breast reconstruction after salvage mastectomy (SM) for recurrent cancer represents a challenge in preradiated patients due to the increased complication rate. Latissimus dorsi myocutaneous flap (LDMF) represents a good reconstructive option due to its versatility, safety, and adaptabil...

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Main Authors: Leonardo Cattelani, MD, Annamaria Spotti, MD, Giuseppe Pedrazzi, MD, Maria F. Arcuri, MD, Francesca Gussago, MD, Susanna Polotto, MD
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Wolters Kluwer 2019-07-01
Series:Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, Global Open
Online Access:http://journals.lww.com/prsgo/fulltext/10.1097/GOX.0000000000002296