A Case of Leg Ulcer in Systemic Scleroderma Treated with Pinch Grafts.
- Author:
Hyang Joon PARK
;
Hee Chul EUN
;
Yoo Shin LEE
- Publication Type:Original Article
- MeSH:
Dermatologic Surgical Procedures;
Korea;
Leg Ulcer*;
Leg*;
Scleroderma, Systemic*;
Skin;
Skin Ulcer;
Transplants*;
Ulcer;
Wounds and Injuries
- From:Korean Journal of Dermatology
1984;22(4):427-430
- CountryRepublic of Korea
- Language:Korean
-
Abstract:
The pinch graft is one type of skin graft and is indicated in small, chronic stubborn wounds or ulcers where cosmetic results are not paramount. It is a common procedure for the rapid healing of leg ulcers in countries where these are very common, such as in western society. However, it is an unfamiliar procedure to dermatologists in Korea where leg ulcers are quite rare. We treated a case of leg ulcer in systemic sclerosis using pinch grafts with satisfactory results. The pinch graft may be a useful treatment method for skin ulcers in dermatologic surgery under adverse conditions.
