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Free flap transfer with microvascular anastomosis
South African Medical Journal = Suid-Afrikaanse Tydskrif Vir Geneeskunde
|November 27, 1976
Summary
Free flap transplantation using microvascular anastomosis is now possible for severe burn contractures. This technique was successfully used for the first time in South Africa to reconstruct a neck burn contracture.
Area of Science:
- Plastic and reconstructive surgery
- Microsurgery
Background:
- The evolution of flap transfer techniques in plastic surgery.
- Advancements enabling free transplantation of full-thickness skin flaps via microvascular anastomosis.
Observation:
- A severe burn contracture of the neck presented a reconstructive challenge.
- The first documented case in South Africa utilizing free flap transplantation for this condition.
Findings:
- Successful reconstruction of a severe neck burn contracture using a free full-thickness skin flap.
- Demonstration of the feasibility and efficacy of microvascular anastomosis in this context.
Implications:
- Establishes a precedent for free flap transfer in South African reconstructive surgery.
- Provides valuable insights and lessons learned for future procedures and training.