External fixation in reconstructive surgery: crossed leg flap
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https://doi.org/10.31053/1853.0605.v75.n3.19731Keywords:
crossed leg flap, external fixatorAbstract
Introduction: Lower limb coverage defects are sometimes associated with disruption of vascular pedicles that make it impossible to perform free flaps. In these cases the crossed leg flap is a good therapeutic alternative. Material and methods: Two patients presented a coverage defect non-treatable with microvascularized free flap after being operated on multiple times in the lower limbs. A cross leg flap was performed stabilizing both lower limbs with an external fixator. Both patients showed a satisfactory recovery returning to walk without additional help. Conclusion: Crossed leg flap stabilized by external fixation is a valid alternative for soft tissue defects.
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