Superficial Circumflex Iliac Artery Perforator Flap as a Workhorse Flap: Systematic Review and Meta-analysis.

Mehmet AltiparmakHan Gyu Cha Joon Pio Jp HongHyunsuk Peter Suh

Published in: Journal of reconstructive microsurgery (2020)

SCIP flaps have been shown to be versatile in various aspects of reconstruction. The attributed disadvantages such as having short pedicle and small vessel diameter do not seem to limit the variable usage of this flap. Therefore, SCIP flap should be considered a workhorse flap.

Keyphrases

breast reconstruction
soft tissue
endovascular treatment