Management of radiation-associated pelvic wounds.
Radiation-associated pelvic wounds should be managed by complete excision of all affected tissues and reconstruction with a vascularized flap. The complex anatomy and function of the perineum and pelvis create a variety of reconstructive demands. This article attempts to demonstrate the diversity of the problems that can occur in this region as well as to describe the varied options for reconstruction.
Granick
M S
MS
Department of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, Medical College of Wisconsin, Milwaukee.
Solomon
M P
MP
Larson
D L
DL
D005260:Female; D006801:Humans; D008297:Male; D008875:Middle Aged; D010388:Pelvis / Q000528:radiation effects*; D010502:Perineum / Q000528:radiation effects*; D011832:Radiation Injuries / Q000601:surgery*; D011878:Radiotherapy / Q000009:adverse effects; D013524:Surgical Flaps