A, Landmarks and skin incision for tensor fasciae latae muscle or musculocutaneous flap. Note vascular pedicle at level of pubic tubercle. B, Dissection initially is carried out anteriorly and medially to identify transverse branch of lateral femoral circumflex artery deep to rectus femoris muscle. C, Isolation of vascular pedicle. D, Posterior dissection between tensor and gluteus maximus. E, Elevation of tensor flap from distal to proximal. SEE TECHNIQUE 63.15.