Reconstruction of Pretibial Defect Using Pedicled Perforator Flaps

BackgroundCoverage of defects of the pretibial area remains a challenge for surgeons. The difficulty comes from the limited mobility and availability of the overlying skin and soft tissue. We applied variable pedicled perforator flaps to overcome the disadvantages of local flaps and free flaps on th...

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Bibliographic Details
Main Authors: In Soo Shin, Dong Won Lee, Dong Kyun Rah, Won Jai Lee
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Korean Society of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeons 2012-07-01
Series:Archives of Plastic Surgery
Subjects:
Leg
Online Access:http://www.e-aps.org/upload/pdf/aps-39-360.pdf