Reconstruction of major abdominal wall defects using the tensor fasciae latae myocutaneous flap.
Five cases of abdominal wall reconstruction using the tensor fasciae latae myocutaneous flap are described. This flap provides a deep layer of tissue of sufficient strength to prevent herniation and external cover in a single stage repair. We regard it as the method of choice in the reconstruction of major defects of the abdominal wall.
D000009:Abdominal Muscles / Q000601:surgery*; D000328:Adult; D000368:Aged; D005206:Fascia Lata / Q000601:surgery; D005260:Female; D006801:Humans; D008297:Male; D013524:Surgical Flaps