Fig. 1From: Useful vertical latissimus dorsi flap for partial breast reconstruction in every tumor locationConcept illustration of the vertical latissimus dorsi (LD) flap. Vertical LD flaps cover most defects after partial mastectomy with a flap design on the mid-axillary line, according to the location of the defect. This is accomplished by setting the initiation of the thoracodorsal artery pedicle as a pivot pointBack to article page