The Descending Branch of the Lateral Circumflex Femoral Artery
The DLCFA represents a reliable, readily accessible, and anatomically favorable recipient vessel for free flap phalloplasty and pelvic reconstruction. Its utilization may decrease operative complexity and enhance surgical outcomes, supporting its consideration as a preferred recipient vessel in appropriate clinical contexts.
Authors
- Ahmet Uğur Demir
Institutions
- Cleveland Clinic (US)
- Aesthetic Surgery Center (US)
Publication Details
- Journal
- Annals of Plastic Surgery
- Published
- 2025-12-26
- DOI
- https://doi.org/10.1097/sap.0000000000004602
- Primary Topic
- Reconstructive Surgery and Microvascular Techniques
- Type
- article
- Field-Weighted Citation Impact
- 0.00