Objectives The use of free flaps greatly improves reconstruction options and quality of life for
patients undergoing oncological resections. The anterolateral thigh (ALT) free flap is …

The anterolateral thigh (ALT) flap is one of the most versatile flaps in a reconstructive
surgeon's armamentarium. It is considered one of the more contemporary flaps in this era as …

Background The anterolateral thigh (ALT) perforator flap is a popular reconstructive tissue
transfer. Consistent with the “hot/cold zone” concept for rapid dissection and thin flap …

Background: There is no clear consensus on the optimal surgical strategy for providing safe
coverage in salvage free flap surgery after total free flap failure. Methods: A retrospective …

Background Color‐coded duplex sonography (CCDS) is useful for perforator flap design
showing the highest sensitivity in identifying microvessels. This prospective study evaluates …

The deep femoral artery (DFA) is the largest branch of the common femoral artery (CFA),
supplying with its branches, the medial circumflex femoral artery (MCFA) and lateral …

Introduction The anterior lateral thigh (ALT) flap's vascular variability can lead to
complications. Thus, the accuracy of numerous planning modalities has been studied. The …

Introduction Presently, super-thin ALT flap, which is elevated above the superficial fascial
plane, is gaining popularity. Although there is a huge demand for thin flaps for various types …

Objective The anterolateral thigh (ALT) free flap is a soft tissue flap used in head and neck
reconstruction. Occasionally, its perforators to the skin paddle are absent or too small to …

Background The anterolateral thigh (ALT) flap has become a predominant option in the field
of reconstruction. However, some difficulties in harvesting flap exist due to the anatomical …