J Reconstr Microsurg 2002; 18(1): 029-032
DOI: 10.1055/s-2002-19706
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Combined Latissimus Dorsi-Thoracodorsal Artery Perforator Free Flap: The ''Razor Flap''

Pedro C. Cavadas 1 , Pedro P. Teran-Saavedra2
  • 1Division of Reconstructive and Hand Surgery, Centro de Rehabilitación de Levante, Valencia, Spain
  • 2Department of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, Hospital General Yagüe, Burgos, Spain
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Publication History

Publication Date:
24 January 2002 (online)

ABSTRACT

Elevation of the skin island overlying the latissimus dorsi muscle, dissecting the dominant perforating vessel, permits independent positioning of the skin island in relation to the muscle. This combination of the thoracodorsal artery perforator (TAP) and the latissimus dorsi (LD) muscle flap expands the surface of the flap without increasing donor morbidity.

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