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Latissimus dorsi muscle free flaps

B N Bailey, A M Godfrey

    British Journal of Plastic Surgery
    |January 1, 1982
    PubMed
    Summary

    Free latissimus dorsi muscle flaps offer reliable skin coverage for various defects. This technique minimizes donor site morbidity and flap bulk compared to traditional methods.

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    Area of Science:

    • Reconstructive Surgery
    • Plastic Surgery
    • Microsurgery

    Background:

    • Reconstruction of complex defects often requires versatile tissue transfer.
    • Conventional myocutaneous flaps can result in significant donor site morbidity and bulk.
    • Alternative methods are needed to improve outcomes in reconstructive surgery.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To evaluate the efficacy and reliability of free latissimus dorsi muscle flaps covered with unexpanded meshed split-skin for defect coverage.
    • To compare this technique with conventional myocutaneous flaps regarding flap bulk and donor site morbidity.

    Main Methods:

    • Free latissimus dorsi muscle flaps were utilized in nine patients.
    • The harvested muscle was covered with unexpanded meshed split-skin.
    • The flaps were used to cover a variety of surgical defects.

    Main Results:

    • The technique proved to be a reliable method for skin coverage.
    • Minimal donor site morbidity was observed.
    • Flap bulk was less compared to conventional myocutaneous flaps.
    • The single "failure" was attributed to vascular anastomosis avulsion, not the flap technique itself.

    Conclusions:

    • Free latissimus dorsi muscle flaps covered with unexpanded meshed split-skin are a reliable reconstructive option.
    • This method offers advantages in terms of reduced donor site morbidity and flap bulk.
    • Careful vascular anastomosis is crucial for successful outcomes.

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