Distally-based random fasciocutaneous flaps for one-stage reconstruction of defects in the upper two-thirds of the leg.
Ten distally-based random fasciocutaneous flaps were used successfully for the reconstruction of defects in the upper two-thirds of the leg. Basis, design, technique, indications, advantages, limitations and complications are discussed.
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Department of Burns and Plastic Surgery, B.J. Medical College and Civil Hospital, Ahmedabad, India.
D000063:Accidents, Traffic; D000328:Adult; D005205:Fascia / Q000637:transplantation; D005597:Fractures, Open / Q000601:surgery; D006801:Humans; D007866:Leg / Q000601:surgery*; D008297:Male; D008875:Middle Aged; D010019:Osteomyelitis / Q000601:surgery; D011183:Postoperative Complications / Q000601:surgery; D016038:Skin Transplantation; D013524:Surgical Flaps / Q000379:methods*; D013978:Tibial Fractures / Q000601:surgery