title: [A new scapular free flap with ascending and descending branches of the circumflex scapular artery as the main axial arteries].
abstract: Free scapular skin flap was transplanted for repair of burn scars on the face and neck successfully in 8 patients. The ascending and descending branches of the circumflex scapular artery are utilized as the main axial vessel. This method expands the range of use of skin flap in the scapular region.
authors.affiliation: Plastic Surgery Hospital of C. A. M. S.
authors.forename: J
authors.initials: J
authors.lastname: Xu
mesh_terms: D000293:Adolescent; D000328:Adult; D002056:Burns / Q000150:complications*; D002648:Child; D002921:Cicatrix / Q000601:surgery*; D005145:Face / Q000601:surgery; D005260:Female; D006801:Humans; D008297:Male; D009333:Neck / Q000601:surgery; D013524:Surgical Flaps / Q000379:methods