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Locoregional Flaps in Lower Extremity Reconstruction: A 2026 Update.

Ashley Zhang1, Paul Asadourian2, Jarrod T Bogue3

  • 1Department of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, Presbyterian Hospital, New York, NY, USA.

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Locoregional flaps are a viable option for lower extremity reconstruction, offering outcomes comparable to free flaps. Advances in planning enhance their success for limb salvage and functional recovery.

Area of Science:

  • Orthopedic Surgery
  • Plastic Surgery
  • Reconstructive Surgery

Background:

  • Lower extremity soft tissue reconstruction is complex, balancing function, structure, and aesthetics.
  • Locoregional flaps are crucial for limb salvage, especially when free tissue transfer is not feasible.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To review the role and advancements of locoregional flaps in lower extremity reconstruction.
  • To compare locoregional flaps with free tissue transfer in terms of outcomes and benefits.

Main Methods:

  • Review of current literature on locoregional flap techniques and outcomes.
  • Analysis of imaging and planning advancements for perforator flaps.
  • Inclusion of patient-reported outcomes in assessment.
Keywords:
Limb salvageLocoregional flapsLower extremity reconstructionPatient-reported outcomesPerforator flaps

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Main Results:

  • Locoregional flaps provide reliable outcomes, comparable to free flaps.
  • Improved imaging and planning have expanded indications and success rates.
  • Potential advantages include reduced operative time, hospital stay, and costs.

Conclusions:

  • Locoregional flaps are an effective and valuable option for lower extremity reconstruction.
  • Patient-reported outcomes are vital for optimizing flap selection and surgical planning.
  • Continued advancements support the use of locoregional flaps for limb salvage.