Anatomic basis of the lower trapezius musculocutaneous flap
โ Scribed by AH Weiglein; F Haas; G Pierer
- Publisher
- Springer
- Year
- 1996
- Tongue
- English
- Weight
- 664 KB
- Volume
- 18
- Category
- Article
- ISSN
- 0930-1038
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Defects resulting from bulky tumor resection of the head and neck region represent a reconstructive challenge. The trapezius musculocutaneous paddle flap based on the transverse cervical vessels is a useful tool for the reconstructive surgeon. Failure to recognize the variable anatomy is discussed i
The lower trapezius myocutaneous flap has proved to be another useful adjunct in the reconstructive armamentarium of the head and neck surgeon. The flap is based on the descending branch of the transverse cervical artery and vein. Providing these structures are protected during neck dissection, t h