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Microvascular Fibular Flap for Traumatic Humeral Defect in an Infant: A Case Report and Literature Review
Alex De Carvalho1, Diego T Matos2, Ehab S Saleh3
1Hand Surgery and Microsurgery, Northeast Center of Plastic and Reconstructive Microsurgery, Aracaju, BRA.
Cureus
|May 18, 2026
Summary
Vascularized fibular flap transfer is a rare but effective treatment for large bone defects in infants following trauma. This case shows successful reconstruction in a six-month-old infant, achieving full limb function at four years.
Area of Science:
- Orthopedic Surgery
- Microsurgery
- Pediatric Trauma Reconstruction
Background:
- Microvascular fibular flaps are standard for large bone defect reconstruction.
- Their application in infant trauma cases is exceptionally uncommon.