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Caudal sartorius muscle flap in the dog
M J Weinstein1, M M Pavletic, R J Boudrieau
1Department of Surgery, Tufts University School of Veterinary Medicine, North Grafton, Massachusetts.
Veterinary Surgery : VS
|July 1, 1988
Summary
This study defined the blood supply to the canine caudal sartorius muscle, confirming its suitability for muscle flaps. Surgical transposition in dogs proved successful, demonstrating viability for reconstructive surgery.
Area of Science:
- Veterinary Anatomy
- Surgical Research
- Canine Musculoskeletal System
Background:
- The caudal sartorius muscle's vascular supply is crucial for its use in reconstructive surgery.
- Understanding its segmental blood supply and vascular pedicle is essential for flap design.
Purpose of the Study:
- To anatomically define the blood supply of the caudal sartorius muscle in dogs.
- To assess the feasibility and outcomes of caudal sartorius muscle flaps in canine surgical transposition.
Main Methods:
- Anatomical dissection of canine cadavers to identify vascularization patterns.
- Surgical transposition of the caudal sartorius muscle flap based on the saphenous artery and vein pedicle in four dogs.
- Postoperative evaluation including gross examination and histological analysis at 14 days.
Main Results:
- The saphenous artery and vein form a distinct distal vascular pedicle for the caudal sartorius muscle.
- All four transposed muscle flaps demonstrated successful adherence and viability by day 14.
- Histological findings revealed viable muscle fibers with some inflammatory response and minor necrosis; seroma was a common complication.
Conclusions:
- The caudal sartorius muscle possesses a reliable vascular pedicle suitable for flap creation in dogs.
- Caudal sartorius muscle transposition is a viable surgical option for medial tibial region reconstruction in canines.
- Further research may focus on mitigating postoperative seroma formation.