Precise intraoperative 60 degrees Skin Z-plasty.

Bark, Samantha E; Keplinger, L Marie; Meyr, Andrew J · J Foot Ankle Surg · 2010

expert_opinion · Level V

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Abstract

The primary objective of this tip is to assist foot and ankle surgeons in performing a precise 60 degrees lengthening Z-plasty in the operating room without the use of a template or protractor. A ruler and basic trigonometric principles are applied to the line of contracture to obtain consistent and reliable results.

Medical subject headings

Anatomy