Perineal Reconstruction with a Diamond-shaped Perforator Flap: A Case Report

Parthena I Deskoulidi1, Pantelis K Diamantopoulos1, Nikolaos A Maltzaris1

  • 1Department of Plastic Surgery, St. Savvas Cancer Hospital of Athens, Athens, Greece; Department of Plastic Surgery, Evangelismos General Hospital of Athens, Athens, Greece; and Department of Plastic Surgery, 401 General Military Hospital of Athens, Athens, Greece.

Summary

A diamond-shaped pedicled perforator flap offers a less invasive, effective solution for perineal reconstruction. This technique provides excellent functional and aesthetic outcomes, avoiding complications like anal stenosis.

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