Rectus abdominis muscle transplant in lower limb salvage: a recent series of 25 patients.
case_series · Level IV
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Abstract
A recent series of 25 patients who underwent reconstruction of Gustilo IIIB lower extremity wounds with rectus abdominis muscle transplants is presented. Complications include one flap loss and one donor site skin incision dehiscence. At follow-up, a majority of patients were ambulatory and a third employed in some fashion. Comparison with a historical group of patients demonstrates continued improvement in surgical results.
Medical subject headings
- Leg Injuries
- Microsurgery
- Postoperative Complications
- Surgical Flaps