[Use of the pectoralis major myocutaneous flap in transmaxillary buccopharyngectomy]. / Utilisation du lambeau myo-cutané du grand pectoral au cours des bucco-pharyngectomies transmaxillaires.

Pectoralis major musculocutaneous flaps were used for reconstruction after transmaxillary buccopharyngectomy to treat 22 patients with large oropharyngeal tumors. Short and medium term results are discussed. Large excisions such as these raise many functional problems, even though the use of a musculocutaneous flap for reconstruction is a valid procedure from the anatomical point of view. The cancer prognosis must still be reserved as follow up is still limited for these cases.

[Use of pectoralis major myocutaneous flaps in cervicofacial surgery. Our experience with 46 cases]. / Utilisation du lambeau myo-cutané du grand pectoral en chirurgie cervico-faciale. Notre expérience sur 46 cas.

Musculocutaneous flaps from pectoralis major were used during cervico-facial surgery for repair after cancer operations in 46 patients. Use of this technique in surgical practice is discussed as a function of the site of cancer, and results described in relation to the viability of the flap and the outcome. Removal of the flap is simple and possible by a one-stage operation, and the method provides functional improvement for these patients.