[Cutaneous expansion at the level of the lower limbs. Surgical technique, indications and complications].
Skin expansion in the lowers limbs has been described for a long time. The authors report their experience in this site. The operating technique is described in such a way as to limit complications to a minimum. The indications for this technique are recalled with particular emphasy on the use of expansion in preparation for a subsequent procedure. Lastly, the most frequent complications are discussed together with the methods of their prevention.
Aubert
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JP
Service de Chirurgie Plastique et Réparatrice, Hâopital de la Conception, Marseille.
Magalon
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D000328:Adult; D000672:Amputation Stumps; D005260:Female; D006801:Humans; D007866:Leg / Q000601:surgery*; D007868:Leg Dermatoses / Q000601:surgery; D007869:Leg Injuries / Q000601:surgery; D008297:Male; D012086:Reoperation; D012878:Skin Neoplasms / Q000601:surgery; D015626:Tissue Expansion / Q000009:adverse effects / Q000379:methods
L'expansion cutanée au niveau des membres inférieurs. Technique opératoire, indications et complications.