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Sacral Defect Reconstruction Using Double Pedicled Gracilis Muscle Flap combined with Gluteal Fasciocutaneous Rotation Flap

Published inPlastic and reconstructive surgery. Global open, vol. 10, no. 5, e4329
Publication date2022-05
First online date2022-05-16
Abstract

Several reconstructive approaches have been described for reconstruction after sacral chordomas, classically myocutaneous flaps. Recently, postural muscle preservation techniques are preferred whenever possible. We present the case of a 70-year-old man who underwent en-bloc resection of a sacral chordoma resulting in a large three-dimensional defect. To reconstruct the pelvic floor, an acellular dermal matrix and a double pedicled muscle gracilis flap were used to avoid herniation of the abdominal cavity organs. The overlying soft tissue defect was reconstructed with a unilateral gluteal fasciocutaneous rotation flap partially deepithelialized. No surgical complications were observed. Aesthetic and functional outcomes were both satisfying at 9-months postoperative follow-up. The ambulatory functions were not compromised. This combined flap reconstruction associated with a dermal matrix offers a reliable and effective option for sacral reconstruction while minimizing the morbidity.

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TRIOLO, Julie et al. Sacral Defect Reconstruction Using Double Pedicled Gracilis Muscle Flap combined with Gluteal Fasciocutaneous Rotation Flap. In: Plastic and reconstructive surgery. Global open, 2022, vol. 10, n° 5, p. e4329. doi: 10.1097/GOX.0000000000004329
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