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Simultaneous bilateral foot reconstruction using a single radial forearm flap.

G G Hallock1

  • 1Division of Plastic Surgery, Allentown Affiliated Hospitals, Pa.

Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery
|December 1, 1987
PubMed
Summary

The radial forearm septocutaneous flap offers thin tissue and consistent vessels for microsurgery. This technique allows for multiple flaps from one donor site, useful for complex burn reconstructions.

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Area of Science:

  • Plastic Surgery
  • Microsurgery
  • Reconstructive Surgery

Background:

  • The radial forearm septocutaneous flap is a versatile option for reconstructive surgery.
  • Its consistent vascular anatomy facilitates microsurgical transfer.
  • The ability to divide the flap into multiple segments is a key advantage.

Observation:

  • A single case required simultaneous coverage of electrical burns on both feet.
  • The radial forearm flap was utilized to address this complex reconstructive challenge.

Findings:

  • The radial forearm flap can be divided into multiple smaller flaps.
  • This division allows for coverage of extensive or multiple defects from a single donor site.
  • Successful application in a case of bilateral foot electrical burns was achieved.

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Implications:

  • This technique expands the reconstructive potential of the radial forearm flap.
  • It offers a solution for complex cases requiring simultaneous tissue coverage.
  • Demonstrates the clinical utility of dividing the flap for multi-site reconstruction.