Pronator quadratus flap for burn reconstruction.
Full-thickness skin loss in the distal volar forearm presents a challenge to the burn surgeon. Two cases are presented in which a pronator quadratus muscle flap with split-thickness skin was used to cover the underlying tendons and nerves. The unique vascular perfusion makes this a useful and predictable transfer.
Marshall
M P
MP
Department of Orthopaedic Suirgery, Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center, 3601 4th Street, Lubbock, TX 79430, USA.
Gutheil
J P
JP
D000328:Adult; D002058:Burns, Electric / Q000601:surgery*; D006801:Humans; D008297:Male; D008875:Middle Aged; D018482:Muscle, Skeletal / Q000637:transplantation*; D013524:Surgical Flaps