Refinements in hand coverage with microvascular free flaps. Clin Plast Surg 1992 Oct;19(4):841-57
Date
10/01/1992Pubmed ID
1339640Scopus ID
2-s2.0-0026778668 (requires institutional sign-in at Scopus site) 26 CitationsAbstract
The specialized tissue requirements or dorsal and palmar skin are analyzed and options for full-thickness replacement outlined in detail. Thoughtful and accurate preoperative planning is the key to success. Dorsal coverage with a variety of pedicled and free fasciocutaneous flaps are quite satisfactory. Palmar coverage is more difficult and the need for sensation more critical. Free vascularized temporoparietal fascial flaps covered with full-thickness skin grafts are currently the treatment of choice for most complex wounds.
Author List
Upton J, Havlik RJ, Khouri RKAuthor
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
AgedAged, 80 and over
Child
Female
Hand
Hand Injuries
Humans
Male
Microsurgery
Preoperative Care
Surgical Flaps
