Repair of a Huge Defect of the Gluteal Region by Rotation of a Combined Tensor Fasciae Latae-Sartorius Myocutaneous Flap

摘要: Although the tensor fasciae latae myocutaneous flap is convenient for covering some defects in gluteal region, it not suitable to repair a huge defect because of its limited area. Based on close relationship sartorius and at their origins blood supply, authors designed containing both muscles skin territories with an area exceeding 800 cm2. Two successfully repaired patients are reported. The flaps provide normal sensitivity. vascular pedicle has reliable anatomy, being easily dissected, averages 4.6 5.8 cm length. Both expendable. There little functional difficulty hip joint after operation.