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Indications for the DIEP flap in extra-mammary complex wounds: From head to extremity reconstruction

Year: 2025

Type: article

Abstract: Indications for the DIEP flap in extra-mammary complex wounds: From head to extremity reconstruction Lay summaryFree tissue transplant taken from the lower abdomen provides large volumes of tissue with a hidden donor site scar.These characteristics allow it to be used for reconstruction of many sites and defects other than the breast.We describe the use of the flap in a variety of clinical settings focusing on technical considerations.

Source: JPRAS Open

DOI: 10.1016/j.jpra.2025.03.008

Authors: Abdulla Ibrahim, Petko Shtarbanov, Sam Astanehi, Dariush Nikkhah, Norbert Kang

Institutions: St Thomas' Hospital, The Royal Free Hospital, University College London, University of Lancashire

Language: English

Topic: Reconstructive Surgery and Microvascular Techniques

Subfield: Surgery

Field: Medicine

Domain: Health Sciences

SDG: Good health and well-being

Open Access status: gold

Estimated APC paid: $1,920