Medial Perforator Flap for Coverage of Defects around the Ankle
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Medial perforator flap, around the ankle defects, early coverAbstract
Background: Wounds around e ankle with exposed bones, tendons and nerves are very common in our practice and their reconstruction remains a challenge for the plastic surgeons. They often lead to infection and mal-union if early vascularized cover is not provide Objective: To evaluate efficacy of medial perforator flap for reconstruction of this difficult area. Methods: A total number of 40 patients with injuries around the ankle were studied between December 2004 to December 2006 and all of them underwent reconstruction with medial perforator flaps. Conclusion: The Medial perforator flap is a quick, versatile, reliable reconstructive option and has minimal donor site morbidity.Downloads
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03/03/2021
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Medial Perforator Flap for Coverage of Defects around the Ankle. (2021). Annals of King Edward Medical University, 13(1), 17–20. https://doi.org/10.21649/akemu.v13i1.4370
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