title: [Scrotal reconstruction by inguinal flap after Fournier's gangrene].
abstract: 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.
authors.affiliation: Unité de Chirurgie plastique-Service de Chirurgie, Hôpital Bichat, Paris, France. c.cannistra@abramo.it
authors.forename: Claudio
authors.initials: C
authors.lastname: Cannistra
authors.forename: Frédérique
authors.initials: F
authors.lastname: Kirsch-Noir
authors.forename: Vincent
authors.initials: V
authors.lastname: Delmas
authors.forename: Jean-Pierre
authors.initials: JP
authors.lastname: Marmuse
authors.forename: Laurent
authors.initials: L
authors.lastname: Boccon-Gibod
mesh_terms: 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