[Plastic reconstruction of postoncologic defects in the pelvic area].

The surgical management of defects in the pelvic region is a great surgical challenge. Primary tumor recurrences have to be addressed and local infections require appropriate therapy such as rigorous debridement and antibiotic therapy. Plastic surgery provides tissue reconstruction by well perfused flaps and also reestablishment of anatomic structures in the ano-genital region. An early reconstruction also reduces the wound complications of adjuvant or post oncologic therapy and reduces the rate of wound healing problems.