Transfixation in cross-leg procedures using Hoffman's instruments. Report of forty-two cases

The Hoffman transfixation equipment for fracture fixation gives simultaneously an excellent fixation of a flap in cross-leg procedures. Because of these favourable results in 42 cases this method for the fixation of the extremities in predicle flap procedures is recommended. It is possible to divide the flaps much earlier than is customary. In this material half of the flaps were divided on the 14th day or earlier. One or two preoperative flap delays are recommended. The method produces safer and faster healing of the flap.