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Cross leg flap in a bilateral traumatic amputee
S J Thomas1, D T Altman, J D Lubahn
1Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Hamot Medical Center, Erie, Pennsylvania, USA.
Journal of Orthopaedic Trauma
|January 1, 1996
Summary
This case report details preserving amputation length in a bilateral traumatic amputee using a cross leg flap. This technique improved patient stability and reduced energy needed for walking.
Area of Science:
- Orthopedic surgery
- Trauma surgery
- Reconstructive surgery
Background:
- Bilateral traumatic lower extremity amputations present significant challenges for ambulation and prosthetic fitting.
- Preserving residual limb length is crucial for prosthetic stability and energy efficiency.