Porcine Model for Gluteal Artery Perforator Flap: Anatomy and Technique
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1 BACKGROUND Although flap anatomy is well studied on cadavers and microsurgical techniques are well practiced on rats, still there are few training models for learning the techniques of perforator flap harvesting. The cadaver has no bloodstream, so accuracy of dissection cannot be evaluated and flap viability cannot be verified. Training on humans carries a high risk of flap damage. A living model for perforator flap harvest is needed to learn the technique before starting with its clinical application. The aim of this study was to optimize the use of the porcine gluteal artery perforator flap as a living model in the training for the superior gluteal artery perforator flap harvest.
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