Reconstruction of an extensive scalp defect using the split latissimus dorsi flap in combination with the serratus anterior musculo-osseous flap.
A combination of split latissimus dorsi musculocutaneous flap with the serratus anterior musculo-osseous flap was used to cover a very large defect of the scalp. This technique offers a new alternative for single-stage reconstruction of extensive scalp defects.
Department of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, Osaka Medical College, Japan.
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Tanaka
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Miki
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Tajima
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Akamatsu
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Tsukazaki
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Inomoto
D016025:Bone Transplantation / Q000379:methods; D005260:Female; D006801:Humans; D008875:Middle Aged; D018482:Muscle, Skeletal / Q000637:transplantation; D019651:Plastic Surgery Procedures / Q000379:methods; D012535:Scalp / Q000601:surgery*; D012878:Skin Neoplasms / Q000601:surgery*; D013524:Surgical Flaps