Utilization of the extended rectus abdominis myofasciocutaneous free flap in upper extremity reconstruction.
Degloving injuries of the upper extremity may require extensive soft tissue coverage. Free tissue transfer is often useful in the management of these injuries. We describe the use of an extended rectus abdominis myofasciocutaneous vascularized free flap in the management of a massive longitudinal upper extremity traumatic soft tissue defect.
Foulkes
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Department of Surgery, Mercer University School of Medicine, Emory University School of Medicine, Macon, GA 31201.
Floyd
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McLendon
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CL
D000009:Abdominal Muscles; D000328:Adult; D001134:Arm Injuries / Q000601:surgery*; D006801:Humans; D008297:Male; D013524:Surgical Flaps / Q000379:methods*