Myocutaneous propeller flap based on the superior gluteal artery (SGA) for closure of large lumbosacral meningomyelocoele defects: a case report
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Early and reliable closure of large meningomyelocoele defects in newborns is critical to prevent severe infectious complications and neurologic deterioration. Here, we introduce a new surgical method for the reconstruction of large horizontal meningomyelocoele defects, in which we use unilateral myocutaneous tissue based on the superior gluteal artery (SGA) as a propellar flap. This procedure permits a tension-free and durable multilayer closure of difficult, large-scale horizontal defects that cannot adequately be treated by conventional myocutaneous advancement flaps. The technique is reliable and straightforward and requires no skin grafts or relaxing incisions. The SGA-based myocutaneous propeller flap might be a promising alternative for complex meningomyelocoele reconstructions in the future.
Original language | English |
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Journal | Journal of plastic, reconstructive & aesthetic surgery : JPRAS |
Volume | 65 |
Issue number | 4 |
Pages (from-to) | 521-4 |
Number of pages | 4 |
ISSN | 1748-6815 |
DOIs | |
Publication status | Published - Apr 2012 |
Bibliographical note
Copyright © 2011 British Association of Plastic, Reconstructive and Aesthetic Surgeons. Published by Elsevier Ltd. All rights reserved.
- Arteries, Child, Preschool, Humans, Infant, Newborn, Lumbosacral Region, Male, Meningomyelocele/surgery, Plastic Surgery Procedures/methods, Surgical Flaps/blood supply
Research areas
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