Feasibility of pedicled anterolateral thigh flap with tensor fascia lata and vastus lateralis for difficult abdominal wall closure.

Extended pedicled ALT flap is a reliable option for complex abdominal wall reconstruction. Compared with the partition technique group, the extended pedicled ALT group had closure of larger fascia defects. However, it was associated with a higher risk of donor-site skin graft loss and longer operative time and hospital days.