Intrathoracic application of the transverse rectus abdominis musculocutaneous flap.
case_report · Level V
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Abstract
The use of extrathoracic muscles for intrathoracic transposition of healthy tissues for correction of intrathoracic pathology has many precedents. The lower transverse rectus abdominis musculocutaneous flap as elevated in a manner identical to that more commonly used for breast reconstruction may also serve that role especially for basilar thoracic defects if more traditional muscle flap options are unavailable. A unique case of intrathoracic transfer of a lower transverse rectus abdominis musculocutaneous flap for obliteration of a chronic empyema cavity is presented.
Medical subject headings
- Abdominal Muscles
- Surgical Flaps
- Thoracic Surgery