Medial fasciocutaneous flap of thigh for release of post-burn groin contractures.
Post-burn groin contractures, though uncommon, cause some patients distressing symptoms which are difficult to treat. Recurrence of contracture and symptoms is common and multiple operations are often required to control symptoms. We describe the use of the medial thigh fasciocutaneous flap for release of these contractures. Six flaps have been raised in four patients and symptomatic relief has been excellent in three. There have been no contracture recurrences.
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Plastic and Burns Unit, Queen Mary's University Hospital, Roehampton, London.
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D000293:Adolescent; D000328:Adult; D002056:Burns / Q000150:complications*; D002648:Child; D002675:Child, Preschool; D003286:Contracture / Q000209:etiology / Q000601:surgery*; D005205:Fascia / Q000637:transplantation; D005260:Female; D006119:Groin; D006801:Humans; D008297:Male; D016038:Skin Transplantation / Q000379:methods; D013524:Surgical Flaps / Q000379:methods*; D013848:Thigh