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[Repair of finger soft tissue defects using axial pattern flaps].
Gang Liang1, Bao-cheng Xu, Da-wei Li
1Department of Burns and Plastic Surgery, the Second Hospital of Shaoxing Municipality, Shaoxing, China.
Summary
This study evaluated five axial pattern flap types for finger soft tissue defects. Tailoring flap choice to defect characteristics ensures effective reconstruction and good functional outcomes.
Area of Science:
- Plastic Surgery
- Reconstructive Surgery
- Microsurgery
Context:
- Finger soft tissue defects pose significant reconstructive challenges.
- Axial pattern flaps offer a versatile reconstructive option.
Purpose:
- To assess the feasibility and efficacy of five distinct axial pattern flap types for finger soft tissue defect repair.
- To compare outcomes across different flap designs.
Summary:
- Five axial pattern flap types were used in 30 patients: distally-based dorsal thumb neurocutaneous vascular flaps, great toe fibular flaps, modified retrograde dorsal metacarpal artery flaps, posterior interosseous artery perforator flaps, and posterior interosseous artery flaps.
- Most flaps (27/30) demonstrated successful healing with good aesthetic and functional results after 1-12 months follow-up.
- Minor complications included partial flap necrosis and venous congestion, which were successfully managed.
Impact:
- This research provides valuable insights into selecting optimal axial pattern flaps for finger reconstruction.
- Findings can guide surgeons in achieving superior functional and aesthetic outcomes for patients with finger soft tissue defects.