[Reconstruction by means of fillet flaps]

Area of Science:

• Plastic Surgery
• Reconstructive Surgery
• Tissue Engineering

Background:

• Large and complex defects present significant reconstructive challenges.
• Balancing reconstruction benefits against donor-site morbidity is crucial.
• The spare-part concept offers an alternative for tissue reconstruction.

Purpose of the Study:

• To review the literature on fillet flaps.
• To provide an overview of the topic and use of fillet flaps.
• To highlight fillet flaps as a reconstructive tool.

Main Methods:

• Literature review and synthesis.
• Analysis of fillet flap applications.
• Discussion of flap types (pedicled, island, free).

Main Results:

• Fillet flaps are axial pattern flaps.
• They can be harvested in various configurations.
• Utilizing amputated tissue minimizes donor-site morbidity.

Conclusions:

• Fillet flaps are a valuable reconstructive tool.
• They enable single-stage reconstruction.
• This technique effectively minimizes donor-site morbidity.