Free tissue transfer to the foot and ankle: Perforator flaps

Scott M. Tintle; Stephen J. Kovach; Lawrence Scott Levin

doi:10.1097/BTF.0b013e31829458c1

Free tissue transfer to the foot and ankle: Perforator flaps

Scott M. Tintle, Stephen J. Kovach^*, Lawrence Scott Levin

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Abstract

Coverage of the foot and ankle are a challenge to the reconstructive surgeon. The unique properties of the bone and soft tissue make the functional restoration of the foot and ankle crucial to allow patients to ambulate with a normal gait. Surgeons treating these complex foot and ankle wounds should be knowledgeable of the options for soft tissue reconstruction. Microvascular perforator flaps have evolved as a very powerful tool for reliable and durable soft tissue reconstruction of the foot and ankle. They can be technically demanding, but their distinct advantages make them ideal for use in this region.

Original language	English
Pages (from-to)	79-86
Number of pages	8
Journal	Techniques in Foot and Ankle Surgery
Volume	12
Issue number	2
DOIs	https://doi.org/10.1097/BTF.0b013e31829458c1
State	Published - Jun 2013
Externally published	Yes

Keywords

Anterolateral thigh
Fasciocutaneous flap
Free flap
Sural
Wound

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