title: Lateral thigh flap.
abstract: The lateral thigh flap is a fasciocutaneous flap from the lower limb that can be a versatile and reliable alternative in the reconstruction of specific head and neck defects. This article discusses the anatomy, clinical applications, advantages, and disadvantages of the lateral thigh flap.
authors.affiliation: University of Pennsylvania School of Medicine, Philadelphia.
authors.forename: R E
authors.initials: RE
authors.lastname: Hayden
mesh_terms: D004947:Esophagus / Q000601:surgery*; D006801:Humans; D009055:Mouth / Q000601:surgery; D009960:Oropharynx / Q000601:surgery; D010614:Pharynx / Q000601:surgery*; D013524:Surgical Flaps / Q000379:methods; D013848:Thigh