چکیده (انگلیسی):

Tracheoesophageal fistula (TEF) is a serious complication associated with impaired
quality of life. However, a successful TEF closure is difficult owing to the high incidence of recurrence.
We utilized a prefabricated deltopectoral (DP) flap for closure of a TEF that occurred after
an extended total thyroidectomy. Prefabrication of the inner soft tissue lining the DP flap with a
split skin graft was performed prior to surgical closure of a TEF. Esophageal and tracheal mucosa
were sutured to the split thickness side and full thickness side of the prefabricated DP flap,
respectively. A successful closure of the fistula was achieved with this procedure. Prefabricated
DP flap is a useful procedure for the surgical treatment of TEF.