Arch Reconstr Microsurg.  2014 May;23(1):25-28.

Hatchet-type Gluteus Maximus Musculocutaneous Flap for Reconstruction of Sacral Pressure Sore

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  • 1Department of Orthopedic Surgery, Eulji General Hospital, Eulji University, Seoul, Korea. sby2409@eulji.ac.kr

Abstract

One of the most frequently used flaps for coverage of sacral skin and soft-tissue defects is the gluteus maximus musculocutaneous flap. These authors encountered two cases of sacral pressure sore, for which reconstructive surgery was performed, using the hatchet-shaped gluteus maximus musculocutaneous flap - a modified flap type. We report on our experience in treatment of these two cases, with an excellent outcome.

Keyword

Sacrum; Myocutaneous flap; Pressure ulcer; Gluteus maximus; Hatchet

MeSH Terms

Myocutaneous Flap*
Pressure Ulcer*
Sacrum
Skin
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