Retalho de omento: uma alternativa em cirurgia reparadora da parede torácica

introduction: there are several diseases that can be achieve the chest wall including wall tumor and infections; some of those may lead to the need for reconstruction of its integrity. among the options of chest wall reconstruction, the omentum flap with skin graft is a valuable choice, especially when other fasciocutaneus or miocutaneus flaps are not available. there are several diseases that can achieve the chest wall, including wall tumors and infections; some of those may lead to the need for reconstruction of its integrity. among the options of chest wall reconstruction, the omentum flap with skin graft is a valuable choice, especially when other fasciocutaneus, or miocutaneus flaps are not available. case report: this article presents two case reports in which the omentum flap with skin graft has been used for reconstruction of the chest wall after massive resections. conclusion: it is shown that the omentum flap is an easy and effective surgical option for restore the chest wall's cover, despite its poor aesthetical results.