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The Dorsalis pedis perforator flap, a versatile fasciocutaneous tissue, shows consistent surgical anatomy in Thai cadavers. This study details its anatomical landmarks for potential reconstructive surgery applications.
Area of Science:
- Anatomy
- Plastic Surgery
- Reconstructive Surgery
Background:
- The Dorsalis pedis perforator flap is a thin, pliable fasciocutaneous tissue.
- No prior studies have detailed its surgical anatomy specifically within Asian populations.
Purpose of the Study:
- To delineate the surgical anatomy of the Dorsalis pedis perforator flap.
- To provide anatomical data from Thai cadavers for potential clinical applications.
Main Methods:
- Surgical anatomical dissection was performed on 12 lower limbs from Thai cadavers.
- Key anatomical landmarks and perforator locations were documented.
Main Results:
- Dorsalis pedis perforators were identified in all dissected limbs.
- The average distance of distal perforators was 3.25 ± 0.5 cm proximal to the metatarso-phalangeal joint.
- The first dorsal metatarsal artery was predominantly Type 1 (83.3%), with Type 2 observed in 16.7%.
Conclusions:
- The Dorsalis pedis perforator flap exhibits consistent surgical anatomy.
- Its predictable anatomical features suggest versatility and acceptable donor site morbidity for reconstructive purposes.
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