The posterior radial epiphysis free flap: a new donor site.
The authors present the anatomy and clinical applications of a new donor site for free or pedicled transfers. It is localised on the posterior aspect of the forearm, over the distal radius, and based on a posterior branch of the anterior interosseous artery. It can be used as a free skin flap, osteoperiosteal or osteocutaneous transfer. Reinnervation is possible. Indications in hand surgery are numerous. Five consecutive cases have been operated upon successfully.
Martin
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Department of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, Hôpital du Tondu, Bordeaux, France.
Rivet
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Boileau
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Baudet
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D000328:Adult; D005260:Female; D005383:Finger Injuries / Q000601:surgery; D005385:Fingers / Q000601:surgery; D005542:Forearm / Q000098:blood supply; D006801:Humans; D008297:Male; D008875:Middle Aged; D011884:Radius / Q000637:transplantation*; D016038:Skin Transplantation; D013524:Surgical Flaps / Q000379:methods*