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Propeller flaps have been reported to cover cervicothoracic midline defects with lower donor site morbidity compared to muscle flaps. When these defects are extensive, we propose a propeller flap technique… Click to show full abstract
Propeller flaps have been reported to cover cervicothoracic midline defects with lower donor site morbidity compared to muscle flaps. When these defects are extensive, we propose a propeller flap technique that we have named dorsal intercostal artery perforator plus (DICAP+) flap based on two perforator pedicles, to secure the large skin paddle. In this article, we present our experience.
Keywords:
dorsal intercostal;
cervicothoracic midline;
propeller;
midline defects;
propeller flaps;
intercostal artery
Journal Title: Microsurgery
Year Published: 2020
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Journal Title: Microsurgery
Year Published: 2020
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