The tensor fascia lata myocutaneous free flap.
The tensor fascia lata muscle and its overlying skin provide a reliable myocutaneous unit containing a large amount of soft tissue for a free flap transfer. Its anatomy is outlined, and the operative technique for transfer is detailed in a case of chronic stasis ulcer of the lower leg.
D005205:Fascia / Q000637:transplantation*; D005206:Fascia Lata / Q000033:anatomy & histology / Q000637:transplantation*; D006801:Humans; D007871:Leg Ulcer / Q000601:surgery; D008297:Male; D008875:Middle Aged; D009132:Muscles / Q000637:transplantation; D016038:Skin Transplantation; D013518:Surgery, Plastic / Q000379:methods*; D014182:Transplantation, Autologous