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  • Title: The inframammary extending lateral intercostal artery perforator flap for reconstruction of axillary contractures: a case report.
    Author: Stillaert FB, Casaer B, Roche N, Van Landuyt K, Hamdi M, Blondeel PN, Monstrey S.
    Journal: J Plast Reconstr Aesthet Surg; 2008 Dec; 61(12):e7-11. PubMed ID: 18691956.
    Abstract:
    Release and reconstruction of axillary scar contractures can be challenging due to the specific anatomic site and contouring of the axillary region. Pliable and unscarred skin coverage of resulting defects after scar release is needed which enhances the postoperative recovery and revalidation. When traditional donor regions of fasciocutaneous flaps are involved in the scarred area, options are few. We describe the design and versatility of an inframammary extended lateral intercostal artery perforator (LICAP) flap to reconstruct an axillary defect after wide scar release and debridement. The postoperative recovery was uneventful with restoration of the range of motion of the shoulder joint.
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