1.Exploring the Principles of Syndrome Differentiation and Treatment for STC Based on the Theories of"Excess Syndrome is Corresponding to Zhanyu,Deficiency Syndrome is Corresponding to Zhengsheng"and the"Brain-Gut Axis"
Haipeng LU ; Xing CHEN ; Zhijin TAN ; Renbin GONG ; Ziqin WANG ; Shuhua CAO ; Xiaoshan GUO ; Ning TIAN
World Science and Technology-Modernization of Traditional Chinese Medicine 2025;27(10):2950-2958
STC is a kind of clinically common functional gastrointestinal disease.Its pathogenesis hasn't been completely clarified,and current diagnosis and treatment norms are certainly limited.In recent years,"Brain-Gut Axis"theory has unveiled the complex bidirectional regulation mechanism between brain and intestinal tract,rendering new perspective for the research and treatment of STC.TCM theory demonstrates that there is close connection between brain and gut,has formed abundant experience in discrimination and treatment of STC and formed unique diagnosis and treatment ideas.Based on the theory of"Brain-Gut Axis"and"excess syndrome is corresponding to Zhanyu,deficiency syndrome is corresponding to Zhengsheng"in the chapter on Yangming diseases in"Treatise on Febrile Diseases",this paper elaborates on the relationship between the"Brain-Gut Axis"and STC.Meanwhile,by combining the theory of"excess syndrome is corresponding to Zhanyu,deficiency syndrome is corresponding to Zhengsheng"with the"Brain-Gut Axis"theory,it analyzes the influence of the excess and deficiency of the Yangming meridian on the mental state as well as the regulatory mechanism of the"Brain-Gut Axis",and puts forward corresponding treatment methods according to different syndromes.By integrating the relevant provisions in"Treatise on Febrile Diseases"with the"Brain-Gut Axis"theory of modern medicine,this paper makes a preliminary exploration of the laws of differentiating and treating STC,aiming to provide a theoretical basis for promoting a more comprehensive understanding of the pathogenesis of STC and developing more effective treatment strategies.
2.Clinical effects of free bilateral turbocharged anterolateral thigh flaps in tandem in repairing extensive wounds in the foot and ankle
Liang YANG ; Rong ZHOU ; Jihui JU ; Zefeng NIU ; Zhongzheng LIU ; Liping GUO ; Zhijin LIU ; Qianheng JIN ; Chengwei GE ; Guiyang WANG ; Lin YANG ; Junnan CHENG
Chinese Journal of Burns 2025;41(1):61-69
Objective:To explore the clinical effects of free bilateral turbocharged anterolateral thigh flaps in tandem in repairing extensive wounds in the foot and ankle.Methods:The study was a retrospective observational study. From April 2020 to June 2023, 12 patients with extensive wounds in the foot and ankle who met the inclusion criteria were admitted to the Department of Wound Repair Surgery of Suzhou Ruihua Orthopedic Hospital, including 8 males and 4 females, aged 21 to 65 years. The wound area after debridement ranged from 27 cm×14 cm to 37 cm×20 cm. The bilateral perforator flaps pedicled with either oblique or descending branches of the lateral circumflex femoral artery were designed and harvested based on the size and shape of the wounds. The individual flap incision area ranged from 16 cm×9 cm to 34 cm×12 cm. The non-homologous perforator of the flap on the one side was turbocharged by anastomosing it with the gross muscular branch or main vessel of the oblique or descending branch of the lateral circumflex femoral artery from the flap. Subsequently, the proximal end of the oblique or descending branch of the lateral circumflex femoral artery and its accompanying vein from the flap on the one side were connected end-to-end with either the anterior tibial artery and vein, posterior tibial artery and vein, or dorsal foot artery and vein in the recipient area, the distal end of the oblique or descending branch of the lateral circumflex femoral artery and its accompanying vein from the flap on the one side were anastomosed end-to-end with a source vessel originating from flap on the other side. The wounds in the flap donor areas were sutured directly. The number and source of perforators carried by the flaps and the duration of the flap repair surgery were recorded. The survival of the flap, the occurrence of vascular crisis, and the wound healing at both donor and recipient areas were observed after surgery. The flap condition, appearance and function of the affected limb were observed during follow-up. At the last follow-up, the sensory function of the flap was assessed using the British Medical Research Council's sensory rating standard, the foot and ankle function of the affected limb was evaluated according to the American Orthopedic Foot and Ankle Society scoring standard.Results:A total 24 flaps were successfully harvested, carrying 60 perforators, including 34 perforators from the oblique branch of the lateral circumflex femoral artery, 24 perforators from the descending branch of the lateral circumflex femoral artery, one perforator from the transverse branch of the lateral circumflex femoral artery, and one perforator from the direct branch of the femoral artery. The duration of the flap repair surgery ranged from 4.2 to 9.0 hours. The flaps of 12 patients exhibited complete survival after surgery. A total of two flaps of two patients experienced venous crisis after surgery but survived through emergency exploration. One patient encountered undesirable wound healing at the donor area of flap on the one side after surgery, which healed after dressing change, debridement, and suturing. The remaining patients' donor area wounds healed. Two patients displayed impaired wound healing in the recipient area, which improved after dressing change and resection of residual sequestrum, and the wounds in the recipient area of other patients healed successfully. During the follow-up of 4-26 months, the flaps demonstrated favorable color and texture, slight edematous appearance, and partial sensory recovery, as well as good aesthetic and functional restoration of the affected limbs. At the last follow-up, the sensory function of the flap was assessed as grade S2 in 9 cases and grade S3 in 3 cases; the foot and ankle function of the affected limb was evaluated as excellent in two cases, good in 9 cases, and fair in one case.Conclusions:The bilateral turbocharged anterolateral thigh flaps have numerous sources of perforators. By implementing supercharging of non-homologous perforators within the flap, the vascular supply to the flap is turbocharged, thereby mitigating the risk of extensive flap necrosis. The flap is an effective approach for repairing extensive wounds in the foot and ankle, resulting in improved function of the affected limb after repair.
3.Exploring the Principles of Syndrome Differentiation and Treatment for STC Based on the Theories of"Excess Syndrome is Corresponding to Zhanyu,Deficiency Syndrome is Corresponding to Zhengsheng"and the"Brain-Gut Axis"
Haipeng LU ; Xing CHEN ; Zhijin TAN ; Renbin GONG ; Ziqin WANG ; Shuhua CAO ; Xiaoshan GUO ; Ning TIAN
World Science and Technology-Modernization of Traditional Chinese Medicine 2025;27(10):2950-2958
STC is a kind of clinically common functional gastrointestinal disease.Its pathogenesis hasn't been completely clarified,and current diagnosis and treatment norms are certainly limited.In recent years,"Brain-Gut Axis"theory has unveiled the complex bidirectional regulation mechanism between brain and intestinal tract,rendering new perspective for the research and treatment of STC.TCM theory demonstrates that there is close connection between brain and gut,has formed abundant experience in discrimination and treatment of STC and formed unique diagnosis and treatment ideas.Based on the theory of"Brain-Gut Axis"and"excess syndrome is corresponding to Zhanyu,deficiency syndrome is corresponding to Zhengsheng"in the chapter on Yangming diseases in"Treatise on Febrile Diseases",this paper elaborates on the relationship between the"Brain-Gut Axis"and STC.Meanwhile,by combining the theory of"excess syndrome is corresponding to Zhanyu,deficiency syndrome is corresponding to Zhengsheng"with the"Brain-Gut Axis"theory,it analyzes the influence of the excess and deficiency of the Yangming meridian on the mental state as well as the regulatory mechanism of the"Brain-Gut Axis",and puts forward corresponding treatment methods according to different syndromes.By integrating the relevant provisions in"Treatise on Febrile Diseases"with the"Brain-Gut Axis"theory of modern medicine,this paper makes a preliminary exploration of the laws of differentiating and treating STC,aiming to provide a theoretical basis for promoting a more comprehensive understanding of the pathogenesis of STC and developing more effective treatment strategies.
4.Clinical effects of free bilateral turbocharged anterolateral thigh flaps in tandem in repairing extensive wounds in the foot and ankle
Liang YANG ; Rong ZHOU ; Jihui JU ; Zefeng NIU ; Zhongzheng LIU ; Liping GUO ; Zhijin LIU ; Qianheng JIN ; Chengwei GE ; Guiyang WANG ; Lin YANG ; Junnan CHENG
Chinese Journal of Burns 2025;41(1):61-69
Objective:To explore the clinical effects of free bilateral turbocharged anterolateral thigh flaps in tandem in repairing extensive wounds in the foot and ankle.Methods:The study was a retrospective observational study. From April 2020 to June 2023, 12 patients with extensive wounds in the foot and ankle who met the inclusion criteria were admitted to the Department of Wound Repair Surgery of Suzhou Ruihua Orthopedic Hospital, including 8 males and 4 females, aged 21 to 65 years. The wound area after debridement ranged from 27 cm×14 cm to 37 cm×20 cm. The bilateral perforator flaps pedicled with either oblique or descending branches of the lateral circumflex femoral artery were designed and harvested based on the size and shape of the wounds. The individual flap incision area ranged from 16 cm×9 cm to 34 cm×12 cm. The non-homologous perforator of the flap on the one side was turbocharged by anastomosing it with the gross muscular branch or main vessel of the oblique or descending branch of the lateral circumflex femoral artery from the flap. Subsequently, the proximal end of the oblique or descending branch of the lateral circumflex femoral artery and its accompanying vein from the flap on the one side were connected end-to-end with either the anterior tibial artery and vein, posterior tibial artery and vein, or dorsal foot artery and vein in the recipient area, the distal end of the oblique or descending branch of the lateral circumflex femoral artery and its accompanying vein from the flap on the one side were anastomosed end-to-end with a source vessel originating from flap on the other side. The wounds in the flap donor areas were sutured directly. The number and source of perforators carried by the flaps and the duration of the flap repair surgery were recorded. The survival of the flap, the occurrence of vascular crisis, and the wound healing at both donor and recipient areas were observed after surgery. The flap condition, appearance and function of the affected limb were observed during follow-up. At the last follow-up, the sensory function of the flap was assessed using the British Medical Research Council's sensory rating standard, the foot and ankle function of the affected limb was evaluated according to the American Orthopedic Foot and Ankle Society scoring standard.Results:A total 24 flaps were successfully harvested, carrying 60 perforators, including 34 perforators from the oblique branch of the lateral circumflex femoral artery, 24 perforators from the descending branch of the lateral circumflex femoral artery, one perforator from the transverse branch of the lateral circumflex femoral artery, and one perforator from the direct branch of the femoral artery. The duration of the flap repair surgery ranged from 4.2 to 9.0 hours. The flaps of 12 patients exhibited complete survival after surgery. A total of two flaps of two patients experienced venous crisis after surgery but survived through emergency exploration. One patient encountered undesirable wound healing at the donor area of flap on the one side after surgery, which healed after dressing change, debridement, and suturing. The remaining patients' donor area wounds healed. Two patients displayed impaired wound healing in the recipient area, which improved after dressing change and resection of residual sequestrum, and the wounds in the recipient area of other patients healed successfully. During the follow-up of 4-26 months, the flaps demonstrated favorable color and texture, slight edematous appearance, and partial sensory recovery, as well as good aesthetic and functional restoration of the affected limbs. At the last follow-up, the sensory function of the flap was assessed as grade S2 in 9 cases and grade S3 in 3 cases; the foot and ankle function of the affected limb was evaluated as excellent in two cases, good in 9 cases, and fair in one case.Conclusions:The bilateral turbocharged anterolateral thigh flaps have numerous sources of perforators. By implementing supercharging of non-homologous perforators within the flap, the vascular supply to the flap is turbocharged, thereby mitigating the risk of extensive flap necrosis. The flap is an effective approach for repairing extensive wounds in the foot and ankle, resulting in improved function of the affected limb after repair.
5.Analysis of Field Inspection Issues and Some Suggestions for Software as Medical Device
Yiqiang YANG ; Zhijin FAN ; Shuting GUO
Chinese Journal of Medical Instrumentation 2024;48(3):346-351
With the encouragement of policies and the rapid development of the biopharmaceutical industry,the number of software as medical device(SaMD)registration applications in Shanghai has continued to increase in recent years,and this paper summarizes the GMP nonconformities found in the field inspection of SaMD in Shanghai from 2020 to 2023,and the results show that nearly 70%of the problems were found in the software development process.Through in-depth analysis,this paper proposes the corresponding countermeasures for the problems found in the five most common stages such as software requirements,software design,software testing,software defect management and software configuration management,combined with the characteristics of software development.These suggested measures have certain reference significance for medical device software development and quality control personnel,and technical reviewer and inspectors.
6.Content determination of 6 components in Melastoma dodecandrum and analysis of its correlation with antioxidant activity
Jing LIU ; Huiyi MING ; Xiuping MA ; Song QIAN ; Jing YANG ; Dengli WU ; Jiangtao GUO
China Pharmacy 2022;33(16):1962-1967
OBJECTIVE To establish a method for simultaneous determi nation of six components in Melastoma dodecandrum and investigate its correlation with antioxidant activity. METHODS Ultra high-performance liquid chromatography (UPLC)method was adopted. The contents of gallic acid ,protocatechuic acid ,isovitexin,rutin and ellagic acid in 23 batches of M. dodecandrum were determined by quantitative analysis of multi-components by single-marker (QAMS)method,using vitexin as the internal reference. Then 1,1-diphenyl-2-picrylhydrazyl(DPPH)free radical method ,2,2′-azino-bis(3-ethylbenzothiazoline-6-sulfonic acid ) diammonium salt (ABTS)method and ferric ion reduction/antioxidant power (FRAP)method were applied to determine the antioxidant activity of 23 batches of M. dodecandrum . Grey correlation analysis and bivariate correlation analysis were used to evaluate the correlation between six components and antioxidant activity. RESULTS The content of vitexin were 0.021%-0.182%. The contents of gallic acid ,protocatechuic acid ,isovitexin,rutin and ellagic acid by QAMS method were 0.008%-0.042%, 0.003%-0.023%,0.071%-0.283%,0.013%-0.140% and 0.006%-0.021%,respectively. Compared with the results of external standard method ,P was greater than 0.05. Grey correlation analysis showed that the grey correlation coefficients between the contents of six components an d antioxidant activity was 0.727 6- 0.866 9. Bivariate correlation analysis showed that the contents of vitexin ,isovitexin and rutin were positively correlated with antioxidant activity (P<0.05 or P<0.01),the content of gallic acid and protocatechuic acid were negatively correlated with antioxidant activity (P<0.05). There was no significant correlation between ellagic acid and antioxidant activity.CONCLUSIONS QAMS method is successfully established for the simultaneous determination of six components in M. dodecandrum. The six components in M. dodecandrum are highly correlated with antioxidant activity.
7.Expression of serous fibroblast growth factor 7 and related inflammatory factors in patients with acute exacerbation of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease
Qiufeng WAN ; Zhijin GUO ; Shareli CAIKAI ; Qin WEI ; Wenting JIA ; Xi LUO ; Ting YANG ; Yujiao SHI ; Xingli GU ; Sicheng XU
Chinese Critical Care Medicine 2021;33(4):421-426
Objective:To investigate the expression of fibroblast growth factor 7 (FGF7) and related inflammatory factors in the serum of patients with acute exacerbation of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD).Methods:A case control study was conducted. The patients with AECOPD admitted to the First Affiliated Hospital of Xinjiang Medical University from November 2016 to January 2020 were enrolled. The patients were divided into mild group [forced expiratory volume in one second (FEV1)/forced vital capacity (FVC) ratio (FEV1/FVC) < 0.70, FEV1 percentage in predicted value (FEV1%) ≥ 80%], moderate group (FEV1/FVC < 0.70, 50% ≤ FEV1% < 80%), and severe group (FEV1/FVC < 0.70, 30% ≤ FEV1% < 50%) based on their lung function test results, with 20 patients in each group, and 20 patients with normal pulmonary function who underwent elective non-thoracic surgery such as gastrointestinal surgery and orthopedics surgery in the same period were selected as controls. The demographic data, FEV1/FVC, FEV1%, FVC, maximum mid-expiratory flow percentage in predicted value (MMEF%), 6-minute walking test (6MWT), and St George Respiratory Questionnaire (SGRQ) score were recorded respectively. Serum levels of FGF7, interleukins (IL-6, IL-1β) and tumor necrosis factor-α (TNF-α) were determined by enzyme linked immunosorbent assay (ELISA). Pearson correlation was used to analyze the correlation between TNF-α and lung function.Results:Compared with the normal pulmonary function group, the levels of FEV1/FVC, FEV1%, MMEF% and 6MWT in the mild, moderate and severe groups were significantly decreased, and the SGRQ scores were increased, the indicators continued to deteriorate with the aggravation of the disease, the statistical differences were found between severe group and normal pulmonary function group [FEV1/FVC: 0.39±0.09 vs. 0.81±0.04, FEV1%: (38.80±6.28)% vs. (109.58±13.80)%, MMEF%: (0.34±0.14)% vs. (2.69±0.99)%, 6MWT (m): 279.00±41.61 vs. 402.85±53.97, SGRQ scores: 34.95±6.71 vs. 2.60±2.06, all P < 0.05]. Compared with the normal pulmonary function group, the levels of FGF7 in the mild, moderate and severe groups were significantly lowered (ng/L: 6.31±2.65, 6.10±1.39, 6.64±1.77 vs. 8.29±3.51, all P < 0.05), but no significant difference was found among the mild, moderate and severe groups (all P > 0.05). Compared with the normal pulmonary function group, IL-6 and TNF-α levels were significantly increased in the mild, moderate and severe groups, and TNF-α increased with the aggravation of the disease, the statistical difference was found between severe group and normal pulmonary function group (ng/L: 7.42±2.28 vs. 3.83±0.92, P < 0.05). There was no significant difference in IL-1β level between the normal pulmonary function group and the mild, moderate, severe groups. Correlation analysis showed that TNF-α was negatively correlated with FEV1/FVC and FEV1% ( r values were -0.350 and -0.527, respectively, both P < 0.01). Conclusion:In AECOPD patients, serum FGF7 was decreased, while IL-6 and TNF-α were increased; however, with the aggravation of the disease, there was no significant change in the level of FGF7 in the peripheral blood, but the TNF-α level might be increased, accompanied by severe damage of small airway function.
8.Flow-through anterolateral thigh perforator flap with fascia lata for repairing dorsal wounds of the hand and foot with extensor tendon defects
Zhijin LIU ; Jihui JU ; Rong ZHOU ; Liping GUO ; Liang YANG ; Shengzhe LIU ; Sheng XIONG ; Guangzhe JIN ; Ruixing HOU
Chinese Journal of Trauma 2021;37(10):894-899
Objective:To investigate the clinical effect of flow-through anterolateral thigh perforator flap with fascia lata for repairing dorsal wounds of the hand and foot with extensor tendon defects.Methods:A retrospective case series study was conducted to analyze the clinical date of 14 patients with hand and foot wounds associated with extensor tendon defects admitted to Ruihua Affiliated Hospital of Soochow University from January 2015 to December 2019. There were 13 males and 1 female,aged 10-57 years[(39.2±13.4)years]. The wounds were all single with the area of 10 cm×4 cm to 23 cm×12 cm,including 8 wounds on the back of the hand and 6 wounds on the back of the foot. There was 1 patient accompanied with 1 tendon defect,10 with 4 tendon defects and 3 with 5 tendon defects,with the length of tendon defects ranging from 2.0 to 6.0 cm[(3.8±1.4)cm]. The dimension of flaps ranged from 12 cm×5 cm to 23 cm×13 cm,with the fascia lata from 11 cm×5 cm to 20 cm×7 cm. The deficient extensor tendons were repaired with the fascia lata and vascular pedicles were anastomosed by flow-though. A bilobed flap was harvested in 3 patients and a single flap in 11 patients. Donor sites were sutured directly. The survival of the flap and healing of the donor area were detected after operation. The extremity revascularization and shape and sensation recovery of the flap were measured at the last follow-up. The upper extremity functional evaluation standard set up by Hand Surgery Society of the Chinese Medical Association and Maryland foot functional score were used to evaluate the hand and foot function before operation and at the cast follow-up,respectively. The donor site complications and performance of tendon release or flap thinning in the second stage were recorded.Results:All patients were followed up for 8-30 months[(15.3±6.2)months]. All flaps survived successfully,with wounds and thigh donor areas healed by first intension. No significant effect of revascularization was observed on recipient sites,and acceptable cosmetic outcomes and sensation recovery of the flap were achieved at the final follow-up. For patients with dorsal wounds of the hand,the extensor function recovered in different degrees,and the flexion activities of the fingers were not limited. The total active movement was 180°-250°[(226.3±21.7)°]at the last follow-up,compared to preoperative 110°-170°[(145.6±13.2)°]( P<0.01). According to the upper extremity functional evaluation standard,the function was excellent in 4 patients,good in 2 and fair in 2. For patients with wounds of the foot,the flexion and extension function was good,with no obvious deformity of toes,and the Maryland foot functional score ranged from 60 to 92 points[(76.0±12.7)points]at the last follow-up,significantly improved from preoperative 18-45 points[(27.4±7.8)points]( P<0.01),including excellent results in 2 patients,good in 3 and fair in 1. Only linear scars were left in the thigh donor area,and there was no discomfort such as scar contracture or pain. Four patients underwent skin flap thinning at 4-8 months after operation and none underwent a tenolysis. Conclusion:Repair of dorsal wounds with extensor tendon defects of the hand and foot by flow-through anterolateral thigh perforator flap with fascia lata can reduce interference to recipient sites and repair wounds and extensor tendons simultaneously,which can obtain good flexion and extension function and minor damage to the donor area.
9.Application of multiple-perforator extra-large anterolateral thigh flap for repairing of circular wound of foot and ankle
Rong ZHOU ; Jihui JU ; Zhijin LIU ; Shengzhe LIU ; Liping GUO ; Yuefei LIU ; Changqing HU ; Liang YANG
Chinese Journal of Plastic Surgery 2021;37(11):1244-1250
Objective:To investigate the clinical effect of multiple-perforator extra-large anterolateral thigh flap (ALT) for repairing the circular wound of foot and ankle.Methods:Data of 13 cases with the circular wound of foot and ankle repaired by foot and ankle surgery in Ruihua Affiliated Hospital of Soochow University from October 2011 to June 2018 were retrospectively analyzed. The perforator was located by color Doppler ultrasound before the operation, and the flap was designed according to the size of the wound. Both the perforator vessel and lateral femoral cutaneous nerve entering the flap should be carefully protected. When all perforating branches in the flap come from the same vascular trunk, two or more perforating branches are carried to cover the wound directly; when the branches come from the different trunks, the turbocharging technique was used to ensure that there are two or more perforators to nourish the flap. All the donor areas were closed primarily. The sensory of flaps were elevated by the British Medical Research Council (BMRC) sensory function assessment standard, and the motor function was elevated by the American Orthopedic Foot and Ankle Society (AOFAS) ankle and hindfoot function scoring system.Results:A total of 13 patients were enrolled in this study, including 8 males and 5 females.The age ranged from 21 to 65 years, with an average of 39 years. The wound area was 21.0 cm×6.0 cm to 35.0 cm×18.0 cm with exposure of bone and tendon. 12 cases were repaired with multiple-perforator extra-large anterolateral thigh flap ( ALT) harvested from one thigh, and 1 case was repaired with the combined bilateral ALT flap due to the huge wound. The size of flap was 21.0 cm × 7.0 cm to 35.0 cm×10.0 cm. During the procedure, 14 flaps were successfully harvested, 9 flaps were supplied by two perforators, 4 by three perforators, and 1 by four skin perforators. Each flap had an average of 2.4 perforators. Among them, there were 5 flaps with the common source perforators while the other 9 flaps whose perforators came from different sources. All flaps in this group finally survived. One flap suffered the venous crisis 24 hours after the operation and survived after removing the thrombus and re-anastomosing the vessel again. The stitches were removed 2 to 3 weeks after operation when the wound had healed. All wounds in the donor area healed primarily. 9 flaps underwent flap thinning and plastic surgery 6 to 10 months after the operation. Follow-up for 6 to 18 months showed the color and texture of the flap was close to the recipient area, and the sensation of the flap elevated by BMRC sensory function assessment standard was S2-S3. According to the AOFAS ankle and hindfoot scoring system, the function of the recipient area was 72-98 points, with an average of 92 points. Only linear scars were left in the donor area.Conclusions:Because of the advantages of rich blood supply, strong anti-infection ability, and less damage to the donor area, it is an ideal method to repair the circular wound of the foot and ankle with multiple-perforator extra-large anterolateral thigh flap.
10.Application of multiple-perforator extra-large anterolateral thigh flap for repairing of circular wound of foot and ankle
Rong ZHOU ; Jihui JU ; Zhijin LIU ; Shengzhe LIU ; Liping GUO ; Yuefei LIU ; Changqing HU ; Liang YANG
Chinese Journal of Plastic Surgery 2021;37(11):1244-1250
Objective:To investigate the clinical effect of multiple-perforator extra-large anterolateral thigh flap (ALT) for repairing the circular wound of foot and ankle.Methods:Data of 13 cases with the circular wound of foot and ankle repaired by foot and ankle surgery in Ruihua Affiliated Hospital of Soochow University from October 2011 to June 2018 were retrospectively analyzed. The perforator was located by color Doppler ultrasound before the operation, and the flap was designed according to the size of the wound. Both the perforator vessel and lateral femoral cutaneous nerve entering the flap should be carefully protected. When all perforating branches in the flap come from the same vascular trunk, two or more perforating branches are carried to cover the wound directly; when the branches come from the different trunks, the turbocharging technique was used to ensure that there are two or more perforators to nourish the flap. All the donor areas were closed primarily. The sensory of flaps were elevated by the British Medical Research Council (BMRC) sensory function assessment standard, and the motor function was elevated by the American Orthopedic Foot and Ankle Society (AOFAS) ankle and hindfoot function scoring system.Results:A total of 13 patients were enrolled in this study, including 8 males and 5 females.The age ranged from 21 to 65 years, with an average of 39 years. The wound area was 21.0 cm×6.0 cm to 35.0 cm×18.0 cm with exposure of bone and tendon. 12 cases were repaired with multiple-perforator extra-large anterolateral thigh flap ( ALT) harvested from one thigh, and 1 case was repaired with the combined bilateral ALT flap due to the huge wound. The size of flap was 21.0 cm × 7.0 cm to 35.0 cm×10.0 cm. During the procedure, 14 flaps were successfully harvested, 9 flaps were supplied by two perforators, 4 by three perforators, and 1 by four skin perforators. Each flap had an average of 2.4 perforators. Among them, there were 5 flaps with the common source perforators while the other 9 flaps whose perforators came from different sources. All flaps in this group finally survived. One flap suffered the venous crisis 24 hours after the operation and survived after removing the thrombus and re-anastomosing the vessel again. The stitches were removed 2 to 3 weeks after operation when the wound had healed. All wounds in the donor area healed primarily. 9 flaps underwent flap thinning and plastic surgery 6 to 10 months after the operation. Follow-up for 6 to 18 months showed the color and texture of the flap was close to the recipient area, and the sensation of the flap elevated by BMRC sensory function assessment standard was S2-S3. According to the AOFAS ankle and hindfoot scoring system, the function of the recipient area was 72-98 points, with an average of 92 points. Only linear scars were left in the donor area.Conclusions:Because of the advantages of rich blood supply, strong anti-infection ability, and less damage to the donor area, it is an ideal method to repair the circular wound of the foot and ankle with multiple-perforator extra-large anterolateral thigh flap.

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