Background Successful vascular anastomosis is essential for the survival of free tissue
transfer. The aim of the study is to review the current literature and perform a meta‐analysis …

Background. The profunda artery perforator (PAP) flap was first applied in breast
reconstruction in 2010 by Robert J. Allen. It provided an alternative for autologous breast …

Background Functional exercise is crucial for breast cancer patients after surgery, and the
use of virtual reality technology to assist patients with postoperative upper limb functional …

Background Profunda artery perforator (PAP) flap breast reconstruction has emerged as a
popular choice for patients who are not optimal candidates for autologous breast …

Background Thigh‐based flaps are generally considered a secondary option for breast
reconstruction, with inner thigh‐based transverse upper gracilis (TUG) flaps being the …

Background The volume of the profunda femoris artery perforator (PAP) flap limits its
indications to small-and medium-sized breast reconstructions after modified radical …

Background A radical parotidectomy with facial nerve sacrifice results in facial nerve
paralysis as well as a volume and often cutaneous defect. Prior experience with nerve …

Background The anterolateral thigh flap is a workforce flap in reconstructive surgery,
however, variations in it is vascular anatomy are not uncommon. These variations may affect …

Background The vertical profunda artery perforator (v‐PAP) flap is limited in terms of the
tissue volume that can be harvested but is a suitable graft for Japanese patients with …

Background The vertical posteromedial thigh (vPMT) perforator flap is a new reliable flap
with versatility. The purpose of this article was to report our experience with the use of free …