Tensor fascia lata flap is a workhorse for defects after inguinal lymph node block dissection
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Asen VELIČKOV 1/11 Rentgenova Street 18000 Niš, Serbia asen.velickov@yahoo.com SUMMARY Introduction Enlarged inguinal lymph nodes very often present a site of metastatic disease. Inguinal lymph node block dissection is a demanding procedure, which usually requires at least one of reconstructive modalities. Among different reconstruction options we selected the tensor fascia lata (TFL) musculocutaneous flap. Objective The paper aims at presenting a series of inguinal block dissections, followed by immediate reconstruction, using the TFL flap, and evaluation of tumor type, flap dimension, complication rate and the duration of hospital stay. Methods We present a consecutive case series of 25 conducted block dissections. The defects were reconstructed using TFL flap, because of the extent and site of the tissue defects, reliability of the flap, and potentially primarily infected exulcerated tumors. Results The reconstruction was successful in all cases, the incidence of surgical complications was 16%, no further complications, such as lymphedema or gait disturbances, were noted. Primary skin tumors were predominant (13 cases), followed by genitalia tumors (four cases). The male sex was more frequently affected (14 vs. 11 cases). Conclusion Having in mind that TFL presents as a flap of adjustable size, length, shape, and volume, with negligible donor site morbidity, and after comparing of our results to those of other authors, we advise broader use of TFL flap. As a reliable flap, not too difficult to harvest, with a low complication rate, it must be taken into consideration regarding the benefits for the patient, and, on the other hand, the surgery cost and duration.
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