[28] In this approach, free flaps are used that comprise skin and fat alone, without the rectus abdominis. Avoidance of muscle sacrifice in the abdomen ultimately translates into greater patient ...

transverse rectus abdominis [TRAM] flap, lateral intercostal artery perforator [LICAP] flap, free flap reconstruction with microvascular anastomosis [deep inferior epigastric perforator (DIEP)], ...

While most people are familiar with their rectus abdominis — also known as the “six pack” abs — many forget about or are unaware of a deeper abdominal muscle called the transversus abdominis.

What is diastasis recti? Diastasis recti is the partial or complete separation of the rectus abdominis, or “six-pack” muscles, which meet at the midline of your stomach. Diastasis recti is ...