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Soft tissue reconstruction following hemipelvectomy

D A Ross1, R F Lohman, S S Kroll

  • 1Department of Plastic Surgery, The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center, Houston, USA.

American Journal of Surgery
|July 31, 1998
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Soft tissue reconstruction after pelvic bone resection often requires muscle flaps. Ipsilateral rectus muscle flaps should be used cautiously, with contralateral flaps considered for better outcomes.

Area of Science:

  • Oncology
  • Reconstructive Surgery
  • Orthopedics

Background:

  • Pelvic bone resections for cancer can lead to significant soft tissue defects.
  • Establishing clear guidelines for soft tissue reconstruction is crucial.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To evaluate the outcomes of soft tissue reconstruction techniques following pelvic bone resection.
  • To identify optimal strategies for managing large soft tissue deficits.

Main Methods:

  • A retrospective study analyzed 21 patients undergoing soft tissue reconstruction over 5 years.
  • Reconstruction methods included muscle flaps (pedicled and free) and skin grafts.

Main Results:

  • Muscle flaps were the primary method, with 20 patients receiving 25 flaps.

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  • Complications occurred in 9 patients, notably with ipsilateral rectus muscle flaps.
  • Delayed reconstruction was required in 8 patients due to complications.

    • Conclusions:

    • Flap closure is essential for achieving primary closure and eliminating deadspace.
    • Caution is advised with ipsilateral rectus muscle flaps; consider contralateral flaps.
    • Free flaps are indicated for large defects or when tissue from amputated limbs is available.