Uncommon Flaps for Chest Wall Reconstruction

ABSTRACT

The omentum, external oblique musculocutaneous, and thoracoepigastric flaps are uncommonly used for chest wall reconstruction. Nevertheless, awareness and knowledge of these flaps is essential for reconstructive surgeons because they fill specific niche indications or serve as lifeboats when workhorse flaps are unavailable. The current report describes the anatomic basis, technical aspects of flap elevation, and indications for these unusual flaps.

KEYWORDS

Omental flap - external oblique muscle flap - thoracoepigastric flap - chest wall

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