Use of forearm flaps for the severely contracted first web space in children with congenital malformations. J Hand Surg Am 1996 May;21(3):470-7
Date
05/01/1996Pubmed ID
8724482DOI
10.1016/S0363-5023(96)80365-0Scopus ID
2-s2.0-0029936010 (requires institutional sign-in at Scopus site) 24 CitationsAbstract
Eighteen forearm flaps were used in 12 patients with congenital anomalies following release of severe first web-space contractures. Radial forearm axial pattern flaps were preferred in 10 children, and the dorsal interosseous system was used in 2 patients with incomplete palmar arches and those who had previous surgery. Ten of the flaps were transferred in children younger than 2 years of age. The results were excellent both esthetically and functionally. Superficial skin loss occurred in one patient. These local vascular island flaps are an excellent alternative for coverage in situations where a large tissue deficiency exists after an adequate release.
Author List
Upton J, Havlik RJ, Coombs CJAuthor
Robert Havlik MD Chair, Professor in the Plastic Surgery department at Medical College of WisconsinMESH terms used to index this publication - Major topics in bold
ChildChild, Preschool
Female
Fingers
Follow-Up Studies
Hand Deformities, Congenital
Humans
Infant
Male
Microsurgery
Surgical Flaps
Suture Techniques
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