Journal of Reconstructive Microsurgery, Table of Contents J Reconstr Microsurg 1996; 12(4): 257-259DOI: 10.1055/s-2007-1006485 ORIGINAL ARTICLE © 1996 by Thieme Medical Publishers, Inc. The Bipedicled Iliac Crest Flap Henri A.H. Winters, Ludwig E. Smeele, Charles R. Leemans Departments of Plastic, Reconstructive and Hand Surgery; Maxillofacial Surgery; Otolaryngology/Head and Neck Surgery, Academisch Ziekenhuis Vrije Universiteit, Amsterdam, The Netherlands Recommend Article Abstract Buy Article ABSTRACT The use of the iliac crest flap based on the deep circumflex iliac artery and vein is well established in orofacial reconstruction. In cases where the deep circumflex iliac artery and vein are of inadequate size, or when large composite flaps are required, vascular augmentation can be achieved using the iliac branches of the iliolumbar artery and vein as an additional pedicle. Routine inclusion of this additional pedicle in iliac crest flaps creates extra safety with a low effort. Full Text
