[Vaginal reconstruction after anterior pelvectomy by deep inferior epigastric perforator flap (DIEP)]

Ann Urol (Paris). 2006 Jun;40(3):192-202. doi: 10.1016/j.anuro.2006.02.004.
[Article in French]

Abstract

Muscle sparing technique is one of the latest improvements of rectus abdominis flaps harvesting. It minimizes donor site morbidity by preserving the abdominal wall. The deep inferior epigastric perforator flap (DIEP) provides reliable tissues for vaginal reconstruction with local low morbidity. We describe the surgical technique and flap-related specific complications. This technique is safe and useful in the vaginal reconstruction especially following a radiotherapy.

Publication types

  • English Abstract
  • Review

MeSH terms

  • Abdominal Wall / surgery
  • Female
  • Humans
  • Pelvic Exenteration*
  • Plastic Surgery Procedures
  • Rectus Abdominis / transplantation
  • Surgical Flaps*
  • Vagina / surgery*