title: Potential problems with the transverse rectus abdominis myocutaneous flap in breast reconstruction and how to avoid them.
abstract: The transverse rectus abdominis myocutaneous flap offers a versatile and reliable technique of repair provided certain anatomical, physiological and surgical principles are closely followed. The operative technique and technical details are described and discussed.
mesh_terms: D000009:Abdominal Muscles / Q000637:transplantation*; D001940:Breast / Q000601:surgery*; D005260:Female; D006801:Humans; D008408:Mastectomy; D013518:Surgery, Plastic / Q000379:methods; D013524:Surgical Flaps