Abstract
Myelomeningocele (MMC) is the most common neural tube defect that can occur due to neural tube's failure to fuse properly during embryonic life. To prevent this, expanded flaps can be used for closure of large MMCs. A 4-year and 6-month girl was diagnosed with multiple congenital anomalies including hydrocephalus, dorsal lumbosacral MMC, and congenital tethered cord syndrome. Preoperative evaluation showed no lower limb movements and the size of the sacrococcygeal region was about 10cm × 8cm × 15cm mass, prominent thoracic kyphosis, and no obvious urogenital or limb anomalies. The large dorsal lumbosacral MMC was treated with a double expanded flap to reconstruct, the soft tissue defect following the neurosurgical reconstruction. The expanded flap was deemed as viable as all wounds were healed without any complications, such as dehiscence, leakage of cerebrospinal fluid, or infection. The technique described in the case report offers an effective method of closure. This flap can be an effective method for reconstruction of large dorsal lumbosacral MMC defects that might improve outcomes and minimize complications. It also ensures minimal wound tension and breakdown.
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