Thoracodorsal pedicled perforator flap for chest wall and breast reconstruction in children: Illustration with two clinical cases [Utilisation du lambeau perforant thoracodorsal dans les séquelles traumatiques cutanées thoracomammaires de l'enfant: Illustration par deux cas cliniques]

摘要

Perforator flaps represent a new approach in reconstructive surgery including the thoracodorsal perforator flap. It can be used as a free or pedicled tissue transfer. By exposing two clinical cases, we demonstrate that this flap is an interesting option for children and adolescents chest wall skin coverage with less morbidity compared to myocutaneous latissimus dorsi flap.