Meningomyelocele Reconstruction: Comparison of Repair Methods via Systematic Review
Garrison A. Leach,
Lacey R. Pflibsen,
Alexis-Danielle Roberts
et al.
Abstract:Purpose:
The purpose of this article was to appraise the various methods of reconstruction for meningomyelocele (MMC) defects.
Methods:
A systematic review of the literature was performed to evaluate all reconstructions for MMC. The method of reconstruction was categorized by: primary closure with and without fascial flaps, random pattern flaps, VY advancement flaps (VY), perforator flaps, and myocutaneous flaps. Perforator flaps were subsequently subca… Show more
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