Reconstruction of the abdomen and perineum in cancer surgery

Autor: R J, Fix, S P, TerKonda, J, Zinsser, L O, Vasconez
Rok vydání: 1997
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Zdroj: Surgical oncology clinics of North America. 6(1)
ISSN: 1055-3207
Popis: Trunk and perineal defects after tumor resection present a challenge to the reconstructive surgeon. When primary closure is not possible, the use of well-vascularized autogenous tissue is required to achieve adequate soft-tissue coverage. Pedicled muscle or myocutaneous flaps provide excellent sources of vascularized tissue for postradiation defects. When local tissues preclude the use of pedicled flaps, free-tissue transfers can be performed. A thorough understanding of radiation wounds and the reconstructive options is essential for treatment of these challenging defects.
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