Free adipofascial flap interposition for pediatric posttraumatic forearm synostosis with closed head injury.

Henry, Mark; Levaro, Fernando; Smith, Dean · Ann Plast Surg · 2004

case_report · Level V

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Abstract

A case report is presented of a 12-year-old male after a motor vehicle accident: head injury and multiple fractures, including bilateral both bone forearm fractures. The patient developed bilateral extensive forearm synostosis that required release and interpositional free flap at 6 months postinjury. At 3-year follow-up, the patient has maintained full forearm rotation and reports unrestricted sports and other recreational activities.

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