One stage reconstruction of extensive abdominal wall defect with bilateral tensor fascia lata (TFL) flaps.
An extensive anterior abdominal wall defect, measuring 20cm x 20cm following a wide excision for recurrent abdominal wall tumor, was reconstructed with extended bilateral TFL flaps. Minimal sequelae have been observed in three year follow-up. Inspite of both sides TFL used for the reconstruction, patient has no difficulty in walking and day-to-day activities.
Bhathena
H M
HM
Dept. of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, Tata Memorial Cancer Hospital, Parel, Bombay, India.
Kavarana
N M
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D000009:Abdominal Muscles / Q000601:surgery*; D000008:Abdominal Neoplasms / Q000601:surgery*; D005206:Fascia Lata / Q000601:surgery*; D006801:Humans; D008297:Male; D008875:Middle Aged; D013524:Surgical Flaps