Triangular Vascularized Free Fibula Flap for Massive Carpal Reconstruction.
case_series · Level IV
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- Also identified by DOI 10.1016/j.jhsa.2021.05.015.
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Abstract
Massive carpal loss following trauma, tumor, or infection poses a difficult reconstructive challenge. There are limited reconstructive options for such cases, particularly when the metacarpal bases are also lost. We describe a method of carpal reconstruction using closing wedge osteotomies in a triangular vascularized free fibular flap, and a proposed algorithm for the management of metacarpal instability in this setting.
Medical subject headings
- Carpal Bones
- Free Tissue Flaps
- Plastic Surgery Procedures
Anatomy
- wrist