Radial Artery Forearm Flap
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The radial artery forearm flap is a fasciocutaneous flap. This article details the flap's anatomy, elevation and dissection.
Mathes and Nahai Classification
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The Mathes and Nahai Classification was first described in 1981. It groups muscles flaps based on the number of pedicles available.
Venous Flaps
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Venous flaps are rarely used in reconstructive surgery. Their physiology is still relatively unknown. They are classified based on the number and function of veins.
VRAM Flap
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The VRAM Flap is a Type III Mathes & Nahai myocutaneous flap. This article details its indications, anatomy, and surgical technique.
Gracilis Flap
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This article details the anatomy, technique, indications, benefits and disadvantages of the gracilis flap.
Hartrampf’s Zones of Perfusion
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Hartrampf's Zones of Perfusion refers to the subdivision of the lower abdominal flap into 4 equal zones based on their level of perfusion and viability. This article examines the history, clinical significant and current concepts.
Does Postmastectomy Radiation Therapy Worsen Outcomes in Immediate Autologous Breast Flap Reconstruction?
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Author: Belle Liew, University College London, MBBS Year 3 (iBSc)
Breast cancer is the most pervasive cancer in the United…