The use of pectoralis major flaps during axillary dissection for bulky axillary lymphadenopathy

Abstract

Naomi Mohan, Savtaj Singh Brar, Jason T Rich, Frances Wright, Kevin Higgins Sunnybrook Health Sciences Centre, Toronto, Ontario, Canada Abstract: There are a multitude of flaps and advanced techniques employed in reconstructive surgery during axillary dissections. The pectoralis major flap has proven, in our experience, to be favored as it provides excellent access to level three of the axilla and vessel coverage. Keywords: lymphadenopathy, free flap, pectoralis major