The Sternocleidomastoid Muscle Reverse Pad: A “Safety Net” in Catastrophic Tracheal Surgery Situation

The use of sternocleidomastoid muscle flap was proposed to ensure repair and protection of the suture margin or to constitute a portion, as a scaffold, of the wall by leveraging the muscle's vascularization and thickness. This technique may be considered a leading component in managing complex situations in tracheal surgery.