Application of reversed perforator-plus sural neurofasciocutaneous flap in lower leg

VernacularTitle:蒂部加强穿支血管的逆行腓肠神经营养血管筋膜皮瓣的应用
Author: Nanji LU ; Yimin CHAI ; Chanyang WANG ; Peihua CAI ; Jiagen SHENG ; Binfang ZENG
Publication Type:Journal Article
Keywords: Peroneal perforator; Sural nerve; Surgical flap; Foot; Microsurgery
From: Chinese Journal of Microsurgery 2009;32(3):181-183,illust 1
CountryChina
Language:Chinese
Abstract: Objective To report the operative technique and clinical results of reversed perforator-plus sural neurofasciocutaneous flap in lower leg. Methods Perforator-plus sural neurofasciocutaneous flaps, which designed along the axis of the sural nerve and based on the dual-pedicle of fasciocutaneous and per-oneal perforator, were used to reconstruct soft-tissue defect in lower extremities. Results Twenfy-four flaps, ranged from 25 cm×12 cm - 8 cm ×7 cm in size, survived completely without venous congestion and distal ischemia and necrosis. The color and texture of the flaps were good. The appearance and functional re-suits were satisfactory with following up for 6 to 12 months. Conclusion The modified technique in pediclehave minimized the complication, enlarged the size of the flap and improved the survive rates. It is a goodmethod in repairing large soft-tissue defects of extremities.