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Objective: The latissimus dorsi (LD) flap has generally been considered a workhorse flap in clinics. However, the impairment of shoulder function and the dramatic appearance in the donor site are the major problems associated with traditional latissimus dorsi myocutaneous flap (LDMF). Here, we analyzed the reliability of three types of LD flaps in repairing deep soft tissue defects in the upper limbs, shoulder, back, and chest wall.
Methods: From December 2016 to December 2020, 21 patients from our center underwent reconstruction of deep soft tissue defects using different types of LD flaps. The distribution of the thoracodorsal artery and the location of its branches were confirmed by imaging examination. Based on the defects, traditional LDMF, thoracodorsal artery perforator flap with capillary perforators (TAPcp), or low-skin-paddle pedicled LDMF was selected and specifically designed for each patient. The appearance satisfaction and shoulder functional of daily life recovery were evaluated.
Results: A total of 12 traditional LDMF, 4 TAPcp, and 5 low-skin-paddle pedicled LDMFs were used. All flaps survived well. The donor site was sutured directly with satisfactory appearance (n = 7) or repaired using skin grafts (n = 14). Compared to traditional LDMF, TAPcp and low-skin-paddle pedicled LDMF have faster shoulder function of daily life recovery.
Conclusion: Based on the characteristics of defects, personalized design of different types of LD flaps is a reliable option to repair different defects.
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