Use of a posterior calf fasciocutaneous flap with distal pedicle to reconstruct a huge ankle defect.
A distally based posterior calf fasciocutaneous flap was successfully used to reconstruct a major ankle defect with exposed bones and joints. The flap, which reaches easily this region, can also be used as a free flap for coverage of heel and ankle when the forefoot is not involved in the injury.
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Department of Orthopedic Surgery, C.H.R.U., Brest, France.
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D000293:Adolescent; D016512:Ankle Injuries / Q000601:surgery*; D006801:Humans; D008297:Male; D013524:Surgical Flaps / Q000379:methods