Neck bypass modification for inferior trapezius flaps: A discussion of surgical technique and experience.
- Author:
Armando M. CHIONG
1
;
Olivia Agnes D. MEJIA
1
;
Alzhes R. BUELVA
1
;
Katrina Anne R. BALMORES
1
Author Information
- Publication Type:Journal Article
- Keywords: Head and neck reconstruction; Inferior trapezius flap; Lower island trapezius flap; Trapezius flap
- MeSH: Superficial Back Muscles; Surgical Flaps
- From: Acta Medica Philippina 2017;51(1):40-43
- CountryPhilippines
- Language:English
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Abstract:
The inferior trapezius flap (ITF) is useful as a primary means of head and neck reconstruction or as a salvage flap when a previous flap has failed. This report illustrates a neck bypass modification technique which places the pedicle external and lateral to the neck, thereby 1) increasing the flap's reach and 2) decreasing compression from subcutaneous tunneling. It also describes the authors' experience with this technique.
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