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Fate Mapping of Human Embryonic Stem Cells by Teratoma Formation
Published on: August 1, 2010
It is all about form and function: a new approach to giant neonatal sacrococcygeal teratomas
Emilie Bougie1,2, Stefan Padeanu3, Camille Plourde4
1Division of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, Department of Surgery, CHU Sainte-Justine, 3175 Chemin de la Côte Sainte-Catherine, Montreal, QC, Canada. emilie.bougie@me.com.
Introduction:
Giant sacrococcygeal teratomas (GSCTs) involve severe deformation of the buttock region in addition to potential functional impacts. Little interest has been given to improving the aesthetic post-operative appearance in children with these tumours.
Methods:
We describe a new technique for immediate reconstruction of GSCTs using buried dermal-fat flaps and a low transverse scar in the infragluteal fold.
Results:
Our technique allows wide exposure for tumour resection and functional restoration of the pelvic floor while placing the scars in anatomical locations and restoring buttock aesthetics including gluteal projection and infragluteal fold definition.
Conclusion:
Reestablishment of function and form should be kept in mind at initial surgery in GSCT surgery to maximize results and enhance post-operative outcomes.
Level Of Evidence:
IV.
