title: A tecnique to maximise length of pectoralis major muscle myocutaneous flap pedicle in orofacial reconstruction.
abstract: Introduction Pectoralis muscle flap is one of the most common regional flap used in orofacial reconstruction. Mobilization of pedicle and reach of the skin paddle is a technical consideration. Method Based on the anatomical difference in blood supply to clavicular and sternal head, we elaborate a tecnique to maximise the length of pedicle in maxillofacial reconstruction. Conclusion The proposed technique is reproducible and reliable and possibly increase the indications of usage of the flap.
authors.affiliation: Manipal College of Dental Sciences, Manipal University, Manipal, India.
authors.forename: Adarsh
authors.initials: A
authors.lastname: Kudva
authors.affiliation: Karnataka Cancer Therapy and Research Institute, Hubli, India.
authors.forename: Rashmi
authors.initials: R
authors.lastname: Patil
authors.affiliation: Department of Surgical Oncology, Karnataka Cancer Therapy and Research Institute, Hubli, India.
authors.forename: B R
authors.initials: BR
authors.lastname: Patil
keywords: Clavicular and sternal head; Pectoralis major muscle; Thoraco acromial artery