The radial recurrent fasciocutaneous flap for coverage of posterior elbow defects.
In the last 18 months, we have used the radial recurrent fasciocutaneous flap for the coverage of posterior elbow defects in three patients. The advantages of this one-stage technique are discussed.
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Plastic Surgery Unit, St Francis Hospital, Asata-Enugu, Nigeria.
D000293:Adolescent; D000328:Adult; D001132:Arm / Q000098:blood supply; D004550:Elbow / Q000601:surgery; D005260:Female; D006801:Humans; D008297:Male; D012039:Regional Blood Flow; D013524:Surgical Flaps / Q000379:methods*; D000092464:Elbow Injuries