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The Keystone Design Perforator Flap: A Flap to Simplify Complex Reconstructive Issues.

Camilla Bonetti1, Sergio Arleo2, Luigi Valdatta1

  • 1Division of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, Department of Biotechnology and Life Sciences, University of Insubria, Ospedale di Circolo e Fondazione Macchi, Varese, Italy.

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The keystone design perforator island flap (KDPIF) offers a versatile solution for reconstructing cutaneous defects. This study found KDPIF reconstruction to be highly successful, with minimal complications, highlighting its reliability in plastic surgery.

Area of Science:

  • Plastic Surgery
  • Reconstructive Surgery
  • Surgical Innovation

Background:

  • The keystone design perforator island flap (KDPIF) was introduced in 2003.
  • Its curvilinear shape offers flexibility for various body areas and cutaneous defects.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To evaluate the clinical experience and outcomes of using KDPIF for defect reconstruction.
  • To assess the flap's versatility and reliability in diverse surgical scenarios.

Main Methods:

  • Retrospective analysis of patients undergoing reconstruction with KDPIF from 2020 to 2023.
  • Inclusion criteria: cutaneous excision post-trauma or tumor resection.
  • Analysis of patient demographics, indications, operative, and postoperative details.
Keywords:
keystone flaplocal flapsperforators

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Main Results:

  • No instances of complete flap loss were recorded.
  • One patient experienced partial flap loss requiring subsequent skin grafting.
  • The flap demonstrated successful adaptation to various defect types.

Conclusions:

  • KDPIF is a manageable and effective flap for reconstructive surgery.
  • Pre-operative perforator mapping enhances flap design modification and safety.
  • KDPIF provides a reliable option for diverse cutaneous defect reconstructions.