A simple method of free-flap monitoring using a superficial vein.
A new, simple method for flap monitoring is presented. Dissecting a superficial flap vein, which is closed by an Acland clamp, and opening the clamp shortly thereafter, allows objective, postoperative flap monitoring. The surgical technique, advantages, and possible difficulties of the procedure are discussed.
Schoeller
T
T
University Clinic of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, University of Innsbruck, Austria.
Ninkovic
M
M
Wechselberger
G
G
D006801:Humans; D008991:Monitoring, Physiologic / Q000379:methods*; D011184:Postoperative Period; D013524:Surgical Flaps / Q000502:physiology*