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The V-Y Palmar flap

M A Rider1, M Riaz, J O Small

  • 1Department of Plastic Surgery, Ulster Hospital, Belfast, Northen Ireland.

Journal of Hand Surgery (Edinburgh, Scotland)
|November 20, 1998
PubMed
Summary

A novel V-Y palmar flap technique facilitates skin advancement and scar lengthening. This method has shown effectiveness in treating Dupuytren

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Area of Science:

  • Plastic Surgery
  • Hand Surgery
  • Orthopedics

Background:

  • Dupuytren's disease involves progressive fibrosis and contracture of the palmar fascia.
  • Traditional surgical treatments can lead to scarring and limited range of motion.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To introduce and evaluate a V-Y palmar flap technique for Dupuytren's disease treatment.
  • To assess the flap's ability to achieve both skin advancement and scar lengthening.

Main Methods:

  • Description of the V-Y palmar flap surgical technique.
  • Application of the flap in patients undergoing surgical treatment for Dupuytren's disease.

Main Results:

  • The V-Y palmar flap allows for significant skin advancement.
  • The technique effectively lengthens the scar, improving surgical outcomes.
  • The flap proved useful in managing Dupuytren's disease.

Conclusions:

  • The V-Y palmar flap is a valuable surgical option for Dupuytren's disease.
  • This technique offers advantages in skin coverage and scar management post-operatively.

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