Coverage of multiple extensive pressure sores with a single filleted lower leg myocutaneous free flap.
A large free flap from an amputated lower extremity based on popliteal vessels was used for coverage of three extensive decubitus ulcers in a single operative procedure. The procedure was easy, reliable, and actually time- and cost-saving. It provided a quick solution and early rehabilitation for a difficult problem.
D000328:Adult; D000671:Amputation, Surgical; D005534:Foot Diseases / Q000150:complications; D006801:Humans; D007866:Leg / Q000601:surgery*; D008297:Male; D008722:Methods; D010264:Paraplegia / Q000150:complications; D003668:Pressure Ulcer / Q000601:surgery*; D012883:Skin Ulcer / Q000150:complications; D013524:Surgical Flaps