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Free TRAM flap for lower-extremity reconstruction

B C Coessens1, J P Van Geertruyden, P G Vico

  • 1Department of Plastic Surgery, Université Libre de Bruxelles, Hôpital Brugmann, Belgium.

Journal of Reconstructive Microsurgery
|September 1, 1994
PubMed
Summary

Transverse Rectus Abdominis Myocutaneous (TRAM) flaps are effective for lower limb soft-tissue reconstruction. These flaps provide quality skin coverage and improve leg contour, as demonstrated in three case studies.

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Area of Science:

  • Plastic Surgery
  • Reconstructive Surgery
  • Microsurgery

Background:

  • Transverse Rectus Abdominis Myocutaneous (TRAM) flaps are a recognized method for soft-tissue reconstruction.
  • The application of TRAM flaps for lower limb reconstruction is less commonly illustrated.
  • Evaluating the efficacy of TRAM flaps in complex lower limb defects is crucial.

Observation:

  • Three distinct cases of lower limb soft-tissue defects requiring reconstruction were analyzed.
  • The TRAM flap was utilized to cover defects, providing both skin coverage and volume.
  • The surgical outcomes and aesthetic results were closely monitored.

Findings:

  • TRAM flaps provide durable and high-quality skin coverage for lower limb defects.
  • The added bulk of the TRAM flap effectively enhances the contour of the reconstructed leg.

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  • Successful reconstruction was achieved in all three presented cases, highlighting flap versatility.

    • Implications:

    • TRAM flaps represent a viable and advantageous option for soft-tissue reconstruction in the lower extremities.
    • This technique offers a solution for defects where other reconstructive options may be limited.
    • Further investigation into TRAM flap utility in diverse lower limb reconstructions is warranted.