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Summary of 53 cases of local tissue arrangement
| Variables | Operative sites (n = 53) |
|---|---|
| Median size of axillary defect (cm2) | 84 (interquartile range: 69‐120) |
| Type of procedure | |
| Rotation advancement flap | 46 (86%) |
| Primary sutured closure | 4 (8%) |
| Z‐plasty | 1 (2%) |
| Multiple closure typesa | 2 (4%) |
V‐Y advancement flap and Z‐plasty performed together.
