A new technique for reconstruction of an open above-knee amputation.
A case of a short above-knee amputation stump closed with a rectus abdominis musculocutaneous flap is presented. This single-stage procedure provided soft-tissue coverage for the above-knee amputated stump, promoted early ambulation, and preserved bone length.
D000671:Amputation, Surgical / Q000379:methods*; D006801:Humans; D007869:Leg Injuries / Q000601:surgery; D008297:Male; D008722:Methods; D008875:Middle Aged; D013524:Surgical Flaps; D013530:Surgical Wound Infection / Q000601:surgery; D013848:Thigh / Q000601:surgery*