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Antegrade Flow Digital Artery Flaps.

Poi Hoon Tay1, David M K Tan1

  • 1Department of Hand and Reconstructive Microsurgery, National University Hospital, Level 11, National University Health System Tower Block, 1E Kent Ridge Road, Singapore 119228, Singapore.

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Antegrade flow digital artery flaps are versatile for hand soft tissue reconstruction. While reliable, a key limitation is the necessary sacrifice of a digital artery.

Area of Science:

  • Plastic Surgery
  • Hand Surgery
  • Reconstructive Surgery

Background:

  • Antegrade flow digital artery flaps are well-established for hand reconstruction.
  • These flaps offer versatility and reliability due to their robust vascular pedicle.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To review variant techniques and indications for antegrade flow digital artery flaps.
  • To highlight the indispensable role of these flaps in soft tissue reconstruction of the hand.

Main Methods:

  • Review of surgical techniques and clinical experience spanning over five decades.
  • Discussion of various applications and modifications of digital artery flaps.

Main Results:

  • Antegrade flow digital artery flaps can resurface small to moderate defects in various hand locations.
Keywords:
Digital artery flapsDigital island flow-through flapsHeterodigital island flapsNeurovascular island flaps

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  • These flaps are a crucial tool in the hand surgeon's armamentarium.

    • Conclusions:

    • Antegrade flow digital artery flaps remain a reliable option for hand soft tissue reconstruction.
    • The primary limitation of these flaps is the sacrifice of a digital artery.