Deep inferior epigastric perforator flap for successful simultaneous breast and chest wall reconstruction in a Poland anomaly patient

Han Tsung Liao, Ming Huei Cheng*, Betul Gozel Ulusal, Fu Chan Wei

*Corresponding author for this work

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Abstract

Breast reconstruction in female Poland anomaly remains a surgical challenge with variable chest wall deformity and nipple position. Pedicled latissimus dorsi myocutaneous flap with implant reconstruction may have several drawbacks and complications. Free deep inferior epigastric flap (DIEP) flap is a reliable option for postmastectomy breast reconstruction, but rarely reported in Poland anomaly. We presented a 52-year-old Poland anomaly patient who underwent successful reconstruction for breast and chest wall deformity using DIEP flap. Preoperative ultrasound Doppler study for internal mammary vessels is recommended for microsurgical anastomosis. Care should be taken with regard to the flap inset and the location of the nipple areolar complex.

Original languageEnglish
Pages (from-to)422-426
Number of pages5
JournalAnnals of Plastic Surgery
Volume55
Issue number4
DOIs
StatePublished - 10 2005
Externally publishedYes

Keywords

  • Breast reconstruction
  • Chest wall reconstruction
  • Deep inferior epigastric perforator flap
  • Poland anomaly

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