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Groin reconstruction using a pedicled anterolateral thigh flap
L Benichou1, A Caillot1, C Vacher1
1Service de chirurgie maxillo-facial et plastique, hôpital Beaujon, 100, boulevard Général-Leclerc, 92110 Clichy, France.
Journal of Visceral Surgery
|January 1, 2016
Summary
Anterolateral thigh flaps offer a straightforward solution for groin reconstruction after significant tissue loss. This method effectively repairs skin and fascia defects, avoiding synthetic materials.
Area of Science:
- Plastic Surgery
- Reconstructive Surgery
Background:
- Groin reconstruction presents challenges after extensive tissue loss.
- Traditional methods may involve synthetic mesh for fascial defects.

