Sealing the postpneumonectomy space: use of a pectoralis major myodermal flap.
Reconstruction of chest wall defects is performed by a variety of surgical procedures. Use of the pectoralis major myodermal flap following a Clagett procedure appears to be a reliable technique providing satisfactory results. The application of this technique demands a close interaction between the plastic surgeon and the thoracic surgeon.
D000368:Aged; D000900:Anti-Bacterial Agents / Q000627:therapeutic use; D005260:Female; D006801:Humans; D008297:Male; D008722:Methods; D008875:Middle Aged; D010369:Pectoralis Muscles / Q000601:surgery; D011013:Pneumonectomy / Q000009:adverse effects*; D011182:Postoperative Care; D013902:Radiography, Thoracic; D013524:Surgical Flaps; D013903:Thoracic Surgery / Q000379:methods*
D000900:Anti-Bacterial Agents