Free tissue transfer of digital food pads for reconstruction of the distal limb in the dog.

Basher, A W; Fowler, J D; Bowen, C V · Microsurgery · 1991

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Abstract

Reconstructive procedures used in salvaging distal limb injuries in the dog are reviewed. Techniques employed to resurface the distal weight-bearing surface include local reconstruction using pedicle flap transposition of foot pads. The development of a previously described free microneurovascular digital foot pad flap is reviewed; the experimental results and potential for clinical use of the free flap are discussed.

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