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  • Title: The total thigh and rectus abdominis myocutaneous flap for closure of extensive hemipelvectomy defects.
    Author: Temple WJ, Mnaymneh W, Ketcham AS.
    Journal: Cancer; 1982 Dec 01; 50(11):2524-8. PubMed ID: 6215978.
    Abstract:
    Hemipelvectomy is a lifesaving procedure when used appropriately and yields a 35%, five-year survival in the cancer patient. However, the standard posterior flap for closure is not always available. Two flaps, the thigh flap and the rectus abdominis myocutaneous flap, are described in which any soft tissue defect resulting from hemipelvectomy can be safely closed primarily when the posterior flap is not available. The total rectus abdominis flap is previously undescribed and unique in its application. These techniques significantly contribute to the surgeon's armamentarium for decreasing morbidity and mortality and resectability of unusual pelvic and thigh tumors.
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