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  • Title: Versatility of the thin groin flap.
    Author: Murakami R, Fujii T, Itoh T, Tsutsui K, Tanaka K, Lio Y, Yano H.
    Journal: Microsurgery; 1996; 17(1):41-7. PubMed ID: 8892280.
    Abstract:
    The groin flap is one of the most usable flaps. It provides a large amount of skin coverage with an easily concealed donor site. However, when the flap is used to reconstruct areas of the neck, hand, or foot, a secondary procedure for defatting is usually necessary. Thinner flaps are thought to be more useful in these areas. We present an anatomical study of the thin groin flap, including its dissection and defatting, and 12 clinical cases using the thin groin flap for neck (n = 7), foot (n = 4), and scalp (n = 1) reconstruction. The largest successful flap measured 13 x 30 cm. Eight flaps survived completely, two had partial necrosis, and two had total necrosis. Complications were thought to be caused by dissection around the pedicle. Meticulous dissection and thinning are required to create the thin groin flap. Excellent aesthetic results requiring no secondary defatting procedures are possible with this new thin groin flap.
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