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Modified Heterotopic Hindlimb Osteomyocutaneous Flap Model in the Rat for Translational Vascularized Composite Allotransplantation Research
Published on: April 26, 2019
Unveiling the Extraordinary: A Rare Type IIIA Infra-Popliteal Arterial Variation in a Free Fibula Osteocutaneous Flap
Akash Doshi1, Firoz Borle2, Nitin Bhola1
1Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, Sharad Pawar Dental College, Datta Meghe Institute of Higher Education and Research, Wardha, IND.
Abstract:
The free fibula flap (FFF), based on the peroneal artery (PA) system, is the gold standard for mandibular reconstruction. Various anatomical variations in the infra-popliteal lower limb vascular system exist. These variations present as an intraoperative surprise to surgeons even after an unremarkable clinical vascular examination of the leg. Here, we report one such case, where we performed successful mandibular reconstruction after encountering a Type IIIA variation of infra-popliteal arterial vasculature.

