title: Reconstruction of major abdominal wall defects using the tensor fasciae latae myocutaneous flap.
abstract: 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.
mesh_terms: D000009:Abdominal Muscles / Q000601:surgery*; D000328:Adult; D000368:Aged; D005206:Fascia Lata / Q000601:surgery; D005260:Female; D006801:Humans; D008297:Male; D013524:Surgical Flaps