The lateral intercostal artery perforator as an alternative donor vessel for free vascularized lymph node transplantation
Chronic lymphedema is caused by an impairment of the lymphatic system due to primary or secondary causes. Vascularized lymph node transplantation (VLNT) is currently the most promising and frequently used technique besides lymphaticovenous anastomosis. However, the vessel anatomy in the lateral thor...
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| Format: | Article |
| Language: | English |
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Korean Society of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeons
2018-05-01
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| Series: | Archives of Plastic Surgery |
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| Online Access: | http://www.e-aps.org/upload/pdf/aps-2017-01354.pdf |