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Date Published: 26/01/2022
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DOI: https://doi.org/10.54804/yhthvb.6.2021.93
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No. 6 (2021)
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Vu, Q. V., Hoang, T. T., Tong, T. H., Do, T. Q., Khong, H. N., & Pham, M. T. (2022). Application of “chimeric” double anterolateral thigh flaps for reconstruction of massive postburn defect in head and face (Case report). Journal of Disaster Medicine and Burn Injuries, 6, 48-56. https://doi.org/10.54804/yhthvb.6.2021.93

Application of “chimeric” double anterolateral thigh flaps for reconstruction of massive postburn defect in head and face (Case report).

Vu Quang Vinh1, Hoang Thanh Tuan1, Tong Thanh Hai1, Do Trung Quyet1,, Khong Hanh Nguyen1, Pham Minh Trung2
1 Le Huu Trac National Burn Hospital
2 Military Medical Hospital 121/Military Region 9

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Abstract

Head and neck tissue defects are frequently, especially deep and wide defects caused by burning. Choosing sufficient material is a big challenge for surgeons. Using double anterolateral thigh perforator flaps in chimeric type is a new method, a new idea with many advantages for providing large tissue volume to reconstruct extensive defects in face and head area.
We were a success in treating a case of extensive facial burn with complicated lesions by using two anterolateral thighs free flap in chimeric type with single anastomosis. Postoperation, both flaps are survived completely and got good outcomes in both function and aesthetics.

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Burn, chimeric flap, microsurgery

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