A general algorithm for chest wall reconstruction based on a retrospective review

Abstract

Background Many chest wall reconstruction algorithms have been proposed, but there is still no general consensus. The purpose of this study is to review our single institutional experience in chest wall reconstruction and identify a working algorithm based on our retrospective analysis.

Supraclavicular Flap for Large Anterior Chest Wall Defects–A Road Less Travelled

“…Available options are pectoralis major flaps, rectus abdominis, intercostal perforator flap, external oblique, omental flap, etc. 1 For large defects, pedicle flap options are either inadequate in size, require skin graft, or are associated with significant donor site morbidity. The supraclavicular flap is a thin, fasciocutaneous flap used for head and neck reconstruction and has earlier been described for use in chest wall reconstruction.…”