Publication: Fasciocutaneous flaps in reconstruction of lower extremity: our experience
Date
2004
Authors
Article Type
Original Article
Journal Title
Journal ISSN
1812-2027
Volume Title
Pages
Pages: 344 - 348
Publisher
Kathmandu University
Abstract
Objectives: The restoration of an intact covering is the primary surgical requisite following trauma of the lower
extremity because deep healing can be no better than the surface covering. The present article is about our
experience of lower limb reconstruction using fasciocutaneous flaps. Methods: 20 fasciocutaneous flaps in 15 males
and 5 females were used for the wound / defect of lower limbs following trauma. Results: Fasciocutaneous flaps
provided stable wound cover in 20 patients for leg wound/defect. 2 patients developed wound infection, 2 developed
partial graft loss and 1 patient had partial flap necrosis. Conclusion: In the armamentarium of lower limb
reconstruction fasciocutaneous flaps remains one of the useful methods of skin cover for leg wound/defects.
Key Words: Fasciocutaneous flap, lower limb reconstruction, leg defect/wound.