Elbow joint salvage with the transverse rectus island flap: a new application.
The transverse rectus island flap has gained wide acceptance in breast reconstruction. We introduce its use in reconstruction of extensive wounds of the elbow region. Three cases are presented. Its principal advantages over other methods are size, pedicle length, reliability, acceptable donor defect, and potential prevention of elbow and shoulder stiffness. Its disadvantages are bulk, weight, and required staged procedures.
Burstein
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FD
Division of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, UCLA School of Medicine.
Salomon
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JC
Stahl
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RS
D000671:Amputation, Surgical / Q000379:methods; D001132:Arm / Q000098:blood supply; D001165:Arteriovenous Malformations / Q000150:complications; D001916:Brachial Artery / Q000002:abnormalities; D004551:Elbow Joint / Q000601:surgery*; D005260:Female; D006801:Humans; D008875:Middle Aged; D013524:Surgical Flaps; D014458:Ulna Fractures / Q000150:complications; D000092464:Elbow Injuries