Reverse homodigital dorsoradial flap for thumb soft tissue reconstruction: surgical technique.
A variety of local flaps are described for reconstruction of soft tissue defects of the thumb. Restored sensibility, low donor-site morbidity, full restoration of function and range of motion, and an acceptable aesthetic outcome are requirements in thumb reconstruction. Reverse homodigital dorsal radial flap of the thumb provides most of these requirements and allows for dependable coverage of radiopalmar or dorsal thumb defects without affecting other digits.
Hrabowski
Manuel
M
BG-Trauma Center, Ludwigshafen, Department of Hand and Plastic Surgery, University of Heidelberg, Heidelberg, Germany.
Kloeters
Oliver
O
Germann
Günter
G
D006801:Humans; D019651:Plastic Surgery Procedures / Q000379:methods*; D013524:Surgical Flaps / Q000098:blood supply; D013933:Thumb / Q000098:blood supply / Q000293:injuries* / Q000601:surgery*