title: Free latissimus dorsi muscle flap coverage of an electrical burn of the lower extremity.
abstract: High-voltage electrical injury results in progressive deep tissue necrosis after debridement, often resulting in amputation when the extremity is involved. Early debridement and coverage with a vascularized free muscle flap, when local flaps are unsuitable, may protect partially devitalized structures, preserve function, and reduce the incidence of amputation. A successful case of free latissimus dorsi muscle flap coverage of an electrical burn to the lower extremity is presented.
mesh_terms: D000328:Adult; D002058:Burns, Electric / Q000601:surgery*; D006801:Humans; D007869:Leg Injuries / Q000601:surgery*; D008297:Male; D008722:Methods; D013524:Surgical Flaps