[Free axillary flaps: a versatile area for harvesting of plicable flaps with a nearly undetectable scar].

2007 
BACKGROUND: This article is about 7 cases of free axillary flaps based on the lateral thoracic vessels. PATIENTS AND METHODS: Preoperative ultrasound markings were performed. Indications were defects which needed very smooth and plicable flaps for coverage with a short and well detectable scar. RESULTS: Flap loss was not noticed, dissection was demanding due to the very small venous drainage of the flaps and took all over 6.5 hours. A comparison with standard flaps of the subscapular vascular system is given. CONCLUSIONS: The authors recommend the free axillary flap based on the lateral thoracic vessels as a versatile flap for special indications.
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