Breast Reinnervation: DIEP Neurotization Using the Third Anterior Intercostal Nerve
Background: The purpose of this article is to evaluate a new method of DIEP flap neurotization using a reliably located recipient nerve. We hypothesize that neurotization by this method (with either nerve conduit or direct nerve coaptation) will have a positive effect on sensory recovery. Methods: F...
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| Format: | Article |
| Language: | English |
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Wolters Kluwer
2013-11-01
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| Series: | Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, Global Open |
| Online Access: | http://journals.lww.com/prsgo/Fulltext/2013/11000/Article.1.aspx |