Distally based lateral supramalleolar flap for the reconstruction of dorsal aspect of foot
- VernacularTitle:远端为蒂的外踝上皮瓣修复足背软组织缺损
- Author:
Yunting WANG
;
Peng LIN
;
Bogu SU
- Publication Type:Journal Article
- Keywords:
Ankle;
Surgical flaps;
Soft tissue injuries
- From:
Chinese Journal of Orthopaedics
2001;0(03):-
- CountryChina
- Language:Chinese
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Abstract:
Objective To report the results of distally based lateral supramalleolar flap for the reconstruction of dorsal aspect of foot. Methods Twelve patients with soft tissue defects in the dorsal aspect of foot were treated with distally based lateral supramalleolar flap. The largest flap size was 9 cm? 6 cm, the smallest was 5 cm? 4 cm, with an average of 6 cm? 5 cm. Results The flap survived in all 12 patients. The color and texture of the flaps were nearly normal. Their appearance and function were satisfactory after 3 weeks to 24 months follow- up. Conclusion Distally based lateral supramalleolar flap is a reliable flap. The dissection is easy. The flap has a rich blood supply without sacrifice of major artery. It can be used reliably for the reconstruction of dorsal aspect of foot.
