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The radial forearm flap: experiences with the extraordinary procedure
1Department of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, Postgraduate Institute of Medical Education and Research, Chandigarh, India.
Acta Chirurgiae Plasticae
|January 1, 1993
Summary
Extracorporeal transfer of the radial forearm flap is a versatile technique for plastic surgery. This method benefits patients lacking microsurgical access, enabling island or free flap reconstruction for diverse defects.
Area of Science:
- Plastic Surgery
- Reconstructive Surgery
Background:
- Radial forearm flap is a standard procedure in plastic surgery.
- Microsurgical techniques are often required for flap transfer.
Observation:
- A novel Extracorporeal transfer technique for radial forearm flaps was developed.
- This technique bypasses the need for direct microsurgical access.
- The flap was utilized as both an island flap and a free flap.
Findings:
- Forty radial forearm flaps were used between 1985 and the present.
- Reconstructions included head and neck, maxilla, intraoral, extremities, penis, and esophagus.
- The technique proved effective for a wide range of reconstructive challenges.
Implications:
- Extracorporeal transfer expands reconstructive options for patients without microsurgical facilities.
- This versatile technique enhances the applicability of radial forearm flaps in various surgical scenarios.
- The study highlights the adaptability of the radial forearm flap in reconstructive surgery.