The development of myocutaneous flaps has been a major advance in reconstructive surgery of the head and neck. The pectoralis major myocutaneous flap has proven to be the most reliable and versatile for use in this area. There have been several reports of its advantages with few complications noted.
The versatility of the pectoralis major myocutaneous flap
β Scribed by Joseph, Christopher A. ;Gregor, R. T. ;Davidge-Pitts, K. J. ;Waner, M.
- Publisher
- Wiley (John Wiley & Sons)
- Year
- 1985
- Weight
- 330 KB
- Volume
- 7
- Category
- Article
- ISSN
- 0148-6403
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β¦ Synopsis
A consecutive group of 50 patients requiring pectoralis major myocutaneous flap reconstruction after head and neck surgery IS presented. The tissue defects for reconstruction are divided into five groups to identify any defects in which the flap is more likely to be at risk of complication. Other risk factors such as preoperative radiotherapy, chemotherapy plus radiotherapy, and septic recipient site are analyzed. Its particular use in a "Third World" type population is noted.
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