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Case Reports
. 2013 Jun 18;1(1):39-43.
doi: 10.4103/2321-3868.113334. eCollection 2013.

S-shaped reverse sural flap for reconstruction of tissue defect on heel

Hamid Reza Fathi  1 , Mehdi Fathi  1 , Mihan J Javid  2
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S-shaped reverse sural flap for reconstruction of tissue defect on heel

Hamid Reza Fathi et al. Burns Trauma. .

Abstract

Traumatic limb injury is a prevalent lesion in Iran. Motorcycle accidents are responsible for most of these traumatic lesions. Despite various reported techniques, the coverage of the Achilles tendon, malleoli, ankle and heel is still daunting and demanding procedure. S-shaped reverse sural flap is a modified technique of reconstruction. In this report of 6 patients underwent surgical reconstruction by this modified technique we discuss about the technique as a simple and safe technique with low morbidity rate and recommend using this technique in complex injuries.

Keywords: Limb trauma; modified technique; reverse sural flap.

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Figure 1:
Figure 1:
Diagram of the S-shaped reverse sural flap showing relevant applied surgical anatomy.
Figure 2:
Figure 2:
Clinical photographs in case 1. S-shaped reverse sural flap for reconstruction of tissue defect on heel. (a) Wound of the recipient region. (b) Fasciocutaneous island of sural flap was elevated. (c) Postoperative appearance with S-like scar of the donor site.
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