title: Salvage of prosthetic grafts and joints in the lower extremity.
abstract: Infection or exposure of prosthetic joints and vascular conduits continues to challenge the reconstructive surgeon. Techniques of regional muscle flaps, fasciocutaneous flaps, and free microvascular transfers have added much to the management of this problem, often converting a hopeless situation to a salvageable one. Close cooperation between the plastic, vascular, and orthopedic surgeons optimizes the chance for a satisfactory outcome.
authors.affiliation: Department of Surgery, University of Alabama, Birmingham.
authors.forename: P J
authors.initials: PJ
authors.lastname: Budny
authors.forename: R J
authors.initials: RJ
authors.lastname: Fix
mesh_terms: D000368:Aged; D000369:Aged, 80 and over; D001807:Blood Vessel Prosthesis / Q000009:adverse effects*; D006119:Groin / Q000601:surgery*; D006801:Humans; D007595:Joint Prosthesis / Q000009:adverse effects*; D007719:Knee Joint / Q000601:surgery*; D008297:Male; D013530:Surgical Wound Infection / Q000209:etiology / Q000601:surgery*