Abstract
Reconstruction of a large dorsal radionecrosis with bilateral latissimus dorsi V-Y musculocutaneous flaps is reported. This procedure provides a reliable, well-vascularized soft-tissue coverage. Geometric analysis and differences between V-Y advancement flap and V-Y rotation flap are discussed.
2009 Elsevier Masson SAS. All rights reserved.
Publication types
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Case Reports
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English Abstract
MeSH terms
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Aged, 80 and over
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Humans
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Male
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Muscle, Skeletal / transplantation*
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Necrosis / etiology*
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Necrosis / surgery*
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Radiation Injuries / complications*
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Skin Transplantation / methods*
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Surgical Flaps / blood supply*
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Telangiectasis / etiology*
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Telangiectasis / pathology
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Telangiectasis / surgery*
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Thoracic Vertebrae / blood supply
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Thoracic Vertebrae / pathology
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Thoracic Vertebrae / surgery