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  • 1Department of Plastic Surgery, Asan Medical Center, University of Ulsan College of Medicine, Seoul, Republic of Korea.

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Local flaps, including perforator-based options like propeller and keystone flaps, offer efficient reconstruction for lower limb defects. These techniques enhance functional and aesthetic outcomes while minimizing donor site morbidity for faster recovery.

Area of Science:

  • Orthopedic Surgery
  • Plastic Surgery
  • Reconstructive Surgery

Background:

  • Lower limb defects require reconstruction prioritizing function, aesthetics, and minimal donor site morbidity.
  • Traditional local flaps (gastrocnemius, soleus, reverse sural) have been effective but can be improved.
  • Advancements include perforator-based local flaps, offering new solutions.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To review the optimal local flaps for reconstructing lower limb defects.
  • To highlight the advantages of perforator-based flaps in lower extremity reconstruction.
  • To provide a guide for efficient and functional defect repair.

Main Methods:

  • Review of current literature on local flaps for lower limb reconstruction.
  • Analysis of classical local flaps (gastrocnemius, soleus, reverse sural).

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  • Evaluation of perforator-based flaps (propeller, keystone) for efficiency and morbidity.

    • Main Results:

    • Perforator-based local flaps offer efficient reconstruction for lower limb defects.
    • These flaps minimize donor-site morbidity compared to traditional methods.
    • Achieving excellent esthetic and functional outcomes is feasible.

    Conclusions:

    • Perforator flaps represent a valuable addition to local flap options for lower limb reconstruction.
    • They enable efficient repair with reduced donor site morbidity.
    • The goal of restoring function and aesthetics is effectively met.