Functional free latissimus dorsi muscle flap to the proximal lower extremity

Todd M. Willcox; Anthony A. Smith; Christopher Beauchamp; N. Bradly Meland

doi:10.1097/01.blo.0000063601.67412.58

Functional free latissimus dorsi muscle flap to the proximal lower extremity

Todd M. Willcox, Anthony A. Smith, Christopher Beauchamp, N. Bradly Meland

Orthopedics

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Abstract

Surgical treatment of lower extremity sarcoma often requires complete resection of muscle compartments resulting in disabling functional loss. Free muscle transfer has been used to restore function of the face and upper extremities, but few reports exist describing functional restoration of a lower extremity. A case report of a 21-year-old man requiring complete resection of the quadriceps musculature with successful functional reconstruction using a free latissimus dorsi muscle flap is described.

Original language	English (US)
Pages (from-to)	285-288
Number of pages	4
Journal	Clinical orthopaedics and related research
Volume	410
DOIs	https://doi.org/10.1097/01.blo.0000063601.67412.58
State	Published - May 1 2003

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Surgery
Orthopedics and Sports Medicine

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Functional free latissimus dorsi muscle flap to the proximal lower extremity

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