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Forequarter amputation

Annals of Surgical Oncology (2011) 18(3) 726
DOI: 10.1245/s10434-010-1439-8
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Abstract

Forequarter amputation is performed for tumors invading the brachial plexus in the axilla. The technique of anterior and posterior approach is described. The deltoid fasciocutaneous flap is described which can provide coverage of a chest wall defect when needed.

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Karakousis, C. P., & Butsch, J. L. (2011). Forequarter amputation. Annals of Surgical Oncology, 18(3), 726. https://doi.org/10.1245/s10434-010-1439-8

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