title: Bilateral breast reconstruction using bilateral anterolateral thigh flaps: a case report.
abstract: Options for autologous reconstruction have been limited in some patients by previous abdominal surgeries, and by lack of adequate abdominal tissue. The anterolateral thigh (ALT) flap has previously been described as an alternate donor site for autologous breast reconstruction when abdominal tissue is unavailable or unsuitable.We describe our experience with a 41-year-old low body mass index (19.8 kg/m) patient with previous suction-assisted lipectomy underwent bilateral breast reconstruction using bilateral ALT flaps.At a follow-up of 2 years, the patient was delighted with her reconstructed breasts and despite her athletic build was able to fill a B cup bra.ALT flap has the advantages of a long pedicle, adequate soft adipose tissue, and also allowing supine positioning with a 2-team approach. The anterolateral flap is a credible alternative that may be considered for bilateral autologous breast reconstruction in selected patients.
authors.affiliation: Division of Plastic Surgery, Centre Hospitalier de l'Université de Montreal, Hôpital Notre Dame, Canada.
authors.forename: Christina
authors.initials: C
authors.lastname: Bernier
authors.forename: Rozina
authors.initials: R
authors.lastname: Ali
authors.forename: Alanna
authors.initials: A
authors.lastname: Rebecca
authors.forename: Ming-Huei
authors.initials: MH
authors.lastname: Cheng
mesh_terms: D000328:Adult; D005260:Female; D006801:Humans; D016462:Mammaplasty / Q000379:methods*; D013524:Surgical Flaps; D013848:Thigh / Q000601:surgery