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Anales del Sistema Sanitario de Navarra
Print version ISSN 1137-6627
Abstract
COLAS, C.; LOZANO, J. A. and PELAY, M. J.. Breast reconstruction with latissimus dorsi musculocutaneous flap. Anales Sis San Navarra [online]. 2005, vol.28, suppl.2, pp.55-61. ISSN 1137-6627.
In breast reconstruction we try to achieve the greatest possible symmetry with the contralateral breast, with the smallest number of interventions, the least possible sequel and the greatest safety. When we find poor cutaneous quality in the thorax we must use techniques that provide a well vascularised tissue of good quality, which we obtain at a certain distance instead of using the thorax tissues themselves. This article reviews the latissimus dorsi musculocutaneous flap, the technique of elevation, variations of the flap, and the advantages and drawbacks involved. This is a very safe and versatile technique, with few sequels in the donor area, with a relatively short surgery time and with good aesthetic results.
Keywords : Breast reconstruction; Latissimus dorsi musculocutaneous flap.