[Scrotal reconstruction by inguinal flap after Fournier's gangrene].
OBJECTIVE
The authors propose the use of a pedicle inguinal flap for reconstruction of the scrotal region after wide tissue resection following gangrene of the perineum.


METHODS
Between 1998 and 2002, the authors treated 14 patients by surgical debridement following Fournier's perineo-perianal cellulitis. The authors used a pedicle inguinal flap in two patients with complete resection of the scrotal sac.


RESULTS
Clinical examination at 3 years showed a good functional and aesthetic result. The trophicity and sensitivity of the neo-scrotum and testes were normal.


CONCLUSIONS
The inguinal flap proposed by that authors allows cover of the scrotal region with relatively thick, sensitive tissue with limited scarring and functional sequelae.
Cannistra
Claudio
C
Unité de Chirurgie plastique-Service de Chirurgie, Hôpital Bichat, Paris, France. c.cannistra@abramo.it
Kirsch-Noir
Frédérique
F
Delmas
Vincent
V
Marmuse
Jean-Pierre
JP
Boccon-Gibod
Laurent
L
D018934:Fournier Gangrene / Q000601:surgery*; D006801:Humans; D008297:Male; D008875:Middle Aged; D012611:Scrotum / Q000601:surgery*; D013524:Surgical Flaps; D013514:Surgical Procedures, Operative / Q000379:methods