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Latissimus dorsi flap: a comprehensive systematic review of traditional and novel applications

  • By

  • María García-García

  • Belén Andresen-Lorca

  • Alessandro Thione

  • Pedro Alvedro-Ruiz

  • Arantxa Blasco-Serra

  • Eva M. González-Soler

  • Alfonso A. Valverde-Navarro

  • March 13, 2026

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    The latissimus dorsi flap is a versatile technique in reconstructive surgery, used for a variety of defects across multiple anatomical regions.

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    This systematic review analyzed 188 articles, categorizing LD flap applications into breast, head and neck, thorax, abdomen, and extremities.

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    Functional applications of the LD flap include facial reanimation, limb motor restoration, and urologic reconstruction, among others.

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    Innovations in LD flap techniques include muscle-sparing methods, robot-assisted harvest, and neuromuscular reinnervation to enhance outcomes.

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    The review provides a structured overview of LD flap applications, aiding surgeons in selecting appropriate reconstructive strategies.

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Latissimus dorsi flap: a comprehensive systematic review of traditional and novel applications

  • by María García-García, Belén Andresen-Lorca, Alessandro Thione, Pedro Alvedro-Ruiz, Arantxa Blasco-Serra, Eva M. González-Soler, Alfonso A. Valverde-Navarro

  • March 13, 2026

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