Breast Cancer has now become the leading cause of cancer-related deaths among women. In a traditional radical mastectomy, there can be complications that may affect the physiological characteristics of the breast and subsequently cause profound psychological stress to the patients. Hence, latissimus dorsi (LD) flap reconstruction provides an aesthetic approach in patients undergoing mastectomy. The goal is to maximize the flap's soft tissue coverage while minimizing the magnitude of donor site defect and complication.
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