Versatility of the pedicled anterolateral thigh flap

Peter C Neligan; Declan A Lannon

doi:10.1016/j.cps.2010.07.001

Versatility of the pedicled anterolateral thigh flap

Clin Plast Surg. 2010 Oct;37(4):677-81, vii. doi: 10.1016/j.cps.2010.07.001. Epub 2010 Aug 4.

Authors

Peter C Neligan¹, Declan A Lannon

Affiliation

¹ Center for Reconstructive Surgery, University of Washington Medical Center, 1959 NE Pacific Street, Box 356410, Seattle, WA 98195-6410, USA. pneligan@u.washington.edu

PMID: 20816522
DOI: 10.1016/j.cps.2010.07.001

Abstract

The pedicled anterolateral thigh flap is a useful addition to our armamentarium. It provides excellent cover for defects in the lower abdomen, pelvis, and perineum. It also has the added advantage of not sacrificing any muscle, thereby minimizing the risk for donor morbidity. This article reviews the major applications of the proximally pedicled anterolateral thigh flap, describes the technique of flap harvest, and discusses techniques of flap transposition as well as pointing out some potential hazards.

Publication types

Review

MeSH terms

Humans
Plastic Surgery Procedures / methods*
Postoperative Complications / prevention & control
Surgical Flaps / blood supply*
Thigh* / blood supply
Thigh* / surgery
Tissue and Organ Harvesting