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Abstract
The use of myocutaneous flaps in primary reconstruction of abdominal wall defects has been described by
Mathes and Bostwick, 1977
. Ulcers following irradiation have an indurated, avascular base, are extremely painful and are notorious for their chronicity. This short communication describes the treatment of an extensive ulcer of the abdominal wall using an island flap based on the lower half of the rectus abdominis of the contralateral side.Reference
- Experimental definition of independent myocutaneous vascular territories.Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery. 1977; 60: 212
- Clinical definition of independent myocutaneous vascular territories.Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery. 1977; 60: 341
- A rectus abdominis myocutaneous flap to reconstruct abdominal wall defects.British Journal of Plastic Surgery. 1977; 30: 282
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© 1980 The Trustees of British Association of Plastic Surgeons. All rights reserved. Published by Elsevier Inc.
