[Bilateral latissimus dorsi V-Y musculocutaneous rotation flap for closure of a large dorsal radionecrosis. Geometric analysis and interest. About one case]

Ann Chir Plast Esthet. 2010 Feb;55(1):66-70. doi: 10.1016/j.anplas.2008.12.003. Epub 2009 Mar 9.
[Article in French]

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.

Publication types

  • Case Reports
  • English Abstract

MeSH terms

  • Aged, 80 and over
  • Humans
  • Male
  • Muscle, Skeletal / transplantation*
  • Necrosis / etiology*
  • Necrosis / surgery*
  • Radiation Injuries / complications*
  • Skin Transplantation / methods*
  • Surgical Flaps / blood supply*
  • Telangiectasis / etiology*
  • Telangiectasis / pathology
  • Telangiectasis / surgery*
  • Thoracic Vertebrae / blood supply
  • Thoracic Vertebrae / pathology
  • Thoracic Vertebrae / surgery