title: [Chinese flaps].
abstract: The chinese forearm flap is vascularized by the radial artery. It can be used as an island transplant or as a free flap. The medial plantar island flap has also been called chinese flap. Advantages and disadvantages of these flaps are discussed in an attempt to summarize their indications and contraindications.
mesh_terms: D000328:Adult; D000368:Aged; D001158:Arteries; D005260:Female; D005528:Foot / Q000098:blood supply / Q000601:surgery; D005542:Forearm / Q000601:surgery; D006230:Hand Injuries / Q000601:surgery*; D006801:Humans; D008297:Male; D008875:Middle Aged; D009132:Muscles / Q000098:blood supply*; D013524:Surgical Flaps
vernacular_title: Lambeaux chinois.