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  • 1Department of Burns, Plastic, Maxillofacial, and Microvascular Surgery, Lok Nayak Hospital, New Delhi, India.

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|June 8, 1999
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A medial plantar artery flap successfully reconstructed a leprosy patient's foot ulcer. This technique uses local tissues to preserve the foot's natural weight-bearing function.

Area of Science:

  • Plastic Surgery
  • Microsurgery
  • Reconstructive Surgery

Background:

  • Plantar ulcers in leprosy patients pose significant challenges due to compromised sensation and high risk of infection.
  • Reconstruction of plantar defects requires careful consideration of weight-bearing function and local tissue viability.

Observation:

  • A leprosy patient presented with a plantar ulcer overlying the second and third metatarsal heads.
  • The ulcer required surgical intervention to restore tissue integrity and function.

Findings:

  • A retrogradely perfused medial plantar artery flap was utilized for reconstruction.
  • The flap's vascular supply was based on the anastomosis between the medial plantar artery and a branch of the first plantar metatarsal artery.
  • This flap provided reconstruction using local tissues, preserving the foot's weight-bearing capacity.

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Implications:

  • This surgical technique offers a viable option for reconstructing plantar foot defects in leprosy patients.
  • Utilizing local tissue flaps minimizes donor site morbidity and maintains foot biomechanics.
  • The successful application highlights the versatility of the medial plantar artery flap in complex reconstructive scenarios.