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The bi-scapular flap.

A G Batchelor1, A F Bardsley

  • 1West of Scotland Regional Plastic and Oral Surgery Unit, Canniesburn Hospital, Glasgow.

British Journal of Plastic Surgery
|September 1, 1987
PubMed
Summary
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This study details a novel surgical technique for transferring two transverse scapular flaps, creating a large donor site for skin grafts. This method enhances reconstructive surgery options by providing a substantial flap for tissue repair.

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Area of Science:

  • Plastic Surgery
  • Surgical Anatomy

Background:

  • Reconstructive surgery often requires large skin flaps.
  • The scapular region offers potential donor sites for flap harvesting.

Observation:

  • A technique for the free transfer of two transverse scapular flaps in continuity is presented.
  • This procedure utilizes a specific donor site configuration.

Findings:

  • The described donor site can yield a large skin flap measuring 50 x 10 cm.
  • Observations were made regarding the vascularity of adjacent axial territories, informing flap design and viability.

Implications:

  • This technique offers a valuable option for surgeons needing large skin flaps in reconstructive procedures.
  • Understanding the vascular anatomy of the scapular region is crucial for successful flap transfer and patient outcomes.