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Transverse lumbar flap for sacral bed sores.

S S Rawat1, B S Mathur

  • 1Department of Plastic Surgery, Riyadh Central Hospital, Saudi Arabia.

Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery
|July 1, 1991
PubMed
Summary

The transverse lumbar flap is a successful surgical technique for treating sacral pressure sores, with all flaps surviving in 21 cases. This method challenges the traditional principle that large flaps are always necessary for bed-sore coverage.

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Area of Science:

  • Plastic Surgery
  • Wound Healing
  • Surgical Techniques

Background:

  • Sacral pressure sores are a significant clinical challenge.
  • Effective surgical reconstruction is crucial for patient recovery.
  • Traditional flap designs for pressure sores often emphasize large dimensions.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To evaluate the efficacy and outcomes of the transverse lumbar flap for sacral pressure sore reconstruction.
  • To describe the flap design, surgical technique, and associated complications.
  • To discuss the advantages and disadvantages of this approach, particularly regarding flap size.

Main Methods:

  • Retrospective analysis of 21 consecutive cases of sacral pressure sores treated with transverse lumbar flaps over 30 months.
  • Detailed description of the transverse lumbar flap design and surgical procedure.

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  • Documentation of flap survival, complications, and patient outcomes.

    • Main Results:

    • All 21 transverse lumbar flaps survived postoperatively.
    • The study demonstrated successful reconstruction of sacral pressure sores using this technique.
    • Complications, advantages, and drawbacks were systematically recorded and analyzed.

    Conclusions:

    • The transverse lumbar flap is a viable and effective option for sacral pressure sore coverage.
    • The principle that bed-sore flaps must be as large as possible may not always apply.
    • This technique offers a successful alternative with potential benefits in specific patient populations.