Some Applications of Latissimus Dorsi Flap

Done by: Dr.Abdullah Naeem

Overview of Latissimus Dorsi Flap

  • Landmark
  • Size
  • Insertion
  • Function
  • Composition
  • Flap Type
  • Dominant Pedicle
  • Minor Pedicles
  • Nerve Supply

Case Reporting No. 1:

5 years old, male patient complaining of recurrent tongue Squamous Cell Carcinoma. Operation totally Excision of remnant tongue, flour of mouth borders of mandibule and right submandibular Salvery gland.

Reconstruction:

Through left latissimus dorsi flap.

Case Reporting No.2:

16 years old, male patient complaining of high voltage electrical burn leading to exposed distal part of humorous bone and left elbow joint. Operation: Debridement and reconstruction through left latissimus dorsi flap coverage, the exposed bone and elbow joint and split thickness skin grafting for others raw areas.