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Area of Science:

  • Surgical techniques
  • Wound reconstruction
  • Trauma surgery

Background:

  • Compartment syndrome following tibial fracture requires fasciotomy.
  • Large soft tissue defects on the lower leg present reconstruction challenges.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To demonstrate the surgical technique for split-thickness skin grafting (STSG) on a lower leg.
  • To illustrate the process of graft harvesting, meshing, and application.
  • To show the use of negative pressure dressing for wound management.

Main Methods:

  • Split-thickness skin graft (STSG) harvested from the ipsilateral thigh using a dermatome.
  • Graft meshing to facilitate expansion and coverage of the defect.
  • Graft inset and fixation for the lateral fasciotomy wound on the lower leg.
  • Application of a sterile negative pressure dressing post-grafting.

Main Results:

  • Successful coverage of a lateral leg fasciotomy wound with an STSG.
  • Demonstration of a complete surgical workflow from graft harvesting to dressing application.

Conclusions:

  • Split-thickness skin grafting is a viable option for lower leg wound coverage.
  • The described technique provides a successful strategy for managing complex leg wounds.
  • Negative pressure dressing aids in the postoperative management of STSG in lower leg injuries.