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The hairless osteotomized radial forearm flap
Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery
|August 1, 1985
Summary
The radial osteocutaneous free flap can tolerate skin excision and grafting before transfer. This procedure, including bone cutting during transfer, shows no adverse effects in this case.
Area of Science:
- Microsurgery
- Plastic Surgery
- Reconstructive Surgery
Background:
- The radial osteocutaneous free flap is a common reconstructive tool.
- Pre-operative modification of free flaps is sometimes necessary but can risk viability.