Abstract:Purpose
Abdominal wall reconstruction is challenging, which demands adequate skin coverage and structural support. The anterolateral thigh (ALT) flap including fascial portion can be useful in such cases.
Methods
Retrospective chart review of five patients that underwent complex abdominal wall defects reconstruction with ALT free flaps with fascia lata was conducted. Patient age ranged from 49 to 69 years (average: 57.4). The etiology of defects was infected liposuction site, small bowel perforation, esophagea… Show more
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