The pectoralis minor pedicled muscle flap in axillary reconstruction

Ann Plast Surg. 2009 Apr;62(4):405-6. doi: 10.1097/SAP.0b013e318184aae8.

Abstract

We report on the case of a patient undergoing resection of a large axillary and chest wall tumor, resulting in exposure of the brachial plexus and axillary vessels. Our experience of the use of the pectoralis minor pedicled flap for the reconstruction of such a defect is described, providing for excellent postoperative mobility of the axilla and minimal donor-site morbidity.

Publication types

  • Case Reports

MeSH terms

  • Aged
  • Axilla / surgery*
  • Humans
  • Male
  • Melanoma / surgery*
  • Pectoralis Muscles / transplantation*
  • Plastic Surgery Procedures*
  • Skin Neoplasms / surgery*
  • Surgical Flaps*
  • Thoracic Wall / surgery