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Extensor digitorum turn-down muscle flap

P G Arnold, D J Hodgkinson

    Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery
    |October 1, 1980
    PubMed
    Summary
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    The extensor digitorum longus muscle flap effectively covers lower leg defects. This technique successfully obliterated osteomyelitic cavities in three patients and provided stable skin coverage for all four.

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    Area of Science:

    • Orthopedic Surgery
    • Plastic Surgery
    • Reconstructive Surgery

    Background:

    • The lower leg presents challenges for defect coverage due to limited soft tissue.
    • Osteomyelitic cavities require robust solutions for obliteration and infection control.

    Observation:

    • The extensor digitorum longus muscle, with its segmental vascular supply, can be mobilized distally.
    • Its origin can be utilized as a pedicled flap for reconstruction.

    Findings:

    • Successful application of the distally rotated extensor digitorum longus flap in four patients.
    • Achieved osteomyelitic cavity obliteration in three out of four cases.
    • Provided stable and durable skin coverage in all four patients.

    Implications:

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    • This surgical technique offers a viable option for reconstructing lower leg defects.
    • It demonstrates efficacy in managing complex cases involving osteomyelitis.
    • The flap provides a reliable source of vascularized tissue for challenging reconstructions.