Perforator flaps
View article: Use of Superficial Temporal Vessels in Reconstructive Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery With Vascularized Free Flaps Among “Frozen Neck” Patients
Use of Superficial Temporal Vessels in Reconstructive Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery With Vascularized Free Flaps Among “Frozen Neck” Patients Open
Background This study aimed to evaluate the feasibility of using superficial temporal vessels as recipient vessels for vascularized free flap reconstruction in “frozen neck” patients following radiotherapy for head and neck cancer (HNC). M…
View article: Tensor fascia lata free flap as salvage solution minimizes donor site morbidity in anterolateral thigh free flap failure—decision making algorithm and a case report
Tensor fascia lata free flap as salvage solution minimizes donor site morbidity in anterolateral thigh free flap failure—decision making algorithm and a case report Open
Background The anterolateral thigh (ALT) free flap is a workhorse in head and neck reconstruction, offering versatility, long pedicle length, and low donor site morbidity. Nevertheless, anatomical variability of its perforators can occasio…
View article: Innovative Use of Double Free Flaps with Flow-Through Method in Reconstructing Complex Oromandibular Defects
Innovative Use of Double Free Flaps with Flow-Through Method in Reconstructing Complex Oromandibular Defects Open
Background: A significant proportion of oral cancer patients in India seek treatment at regional cancer care centers only at advanced stages, predominantly stage III or Iva, resulting in extensive resection which has considerable impact on…
View article: Innovative Use of Double Free Flaps with Flow-Through Method in Reconstructing Complex Oromandibular Defects
Innovative Use of Double Free Flaps with Flow-Through Method in Reconstructing Complex Oromandibular Defects Open
Background: A significant proportion of oral cancer patients in India seek treatment at regional cancer care centers only at advanced stages, predominantly stage III or Iva, resulting in extensive resection which has considerable impact on…
View article: Reconstruction of Post Traumatic Soft Tissue Defects of the lower limb with Perforator Based Propeller Flaps, Five Years’ Experience
Reconstruction of Post Traumatic Soft Tissue Defects of the lower limb with Perforator Based Propeller Flaps, Five Years’ Experience Open
View article: The Split Latissimus Free Flap for Reconstruction of Defects Around the Ankle: Exploring the Potential of the Workhorse
The Split Latissimus Free Flap for Reconstruction of Defects Around the Ankle: Exploring the Potential of the Workhorse Open
Summary: The latissimus dorsi muscle flap is a widely used flap for soft tissue reconstruction. It is supplied by the thoracodorsal artery, which has a consistent intramuscular branching, allowing for flap division into 2 or more segments.…
View article: Perforator Propeller Flaps for the Reconstruction of Soft Tissue Defects of Lower Limb: A Case Series
Perforator Propeller Flaps for the Reconstruction of Soft Tissue Defects of Lower Limb: A Case Series Open
View article: Versatility of Medial Sural Artery Perforator Flap in Lower Limb Reconstruction
Versatility of Medial Sural Artery Perforator Flap in Lower Limb Reconstruction Open
View article: Ulnar Artery Perforator Propeller Flap: A Novel Approach for Donor Site Closure in Radial Forearm Free Flap Reconstruction
Ulnar Artery Perforator Propeller Flap: A Novel Approach for Donor Site Closure in Radial Forearm Free Flap Reconstruction Open
View article: Vaginoplasty for Müllerian Agenesis: A Case Series of Six Patients Utilizing Bilateral Pudendal Artery Perforator Flaps and Skin Grafting
Vaginoplasty for Müllerian Agenesis: A Case Series of Six Patients Utilizing Bilateral Pudendal Artery Perforator Flaps and Skin Grafting Open
View article: Extended reality for perforator visualization in deep inferior epigastric perforator autologous breast reconstruction: A systematic review
Extended reality for perforator visualization in deep inferior epigastric perforator autologous breast reconstruction: A systematic review Open
View article: Clinical Applications of the Medial Sural Artery Perforator
Clinical Applications of the Medial Sural Artery Perforator Open
View article: Versatility of Pedicled “Freestyle” Perforator Flaps for Reconstruction of Leg Defects
Versatility of Pedicled “Freestyle” Perforator Flaps for Reconstruction of Leg Defects Open
View article: Medial Sural Artery Perforator Flap: An Underutilized Option for Head and Neck Reconstruction
Medial Sural Artery Perforator Flap: An Underutilized Option for Head and Neck Reconstruction Open
View article: A Comparative Analysis of the Role of the Medial Sural Artery Perforator Flap and Radial Forearm Free Flap
A Comparative Analysis of the Role of the Medial Sural Artery Perforator Flap and Radial Forearm Free Flap Open
View article: Pedicled Periumbilical Perforator-Based Thoraco-Abdominal Flap: A Versatile Option for Upper Extremity Reconstruction in the Era of Microvascular Surgery
Pedicled Periumbilical Perforator-Based Thoraco-Abdominal Flap: A Versatile Option for Upper Extremity Reconstruction in the Era of Microvascular Surgery Open
View article: Effectiveness of Lower Limb Soft Tissue Reconstruction using Muscle Flap and Perforator based Fasciocutaneous Flap
Effectiveness of Lower Limb Soft Tissue Reconstruction using Muscle Flap and Perforator based Fasciocutaneous Flap Open
View article: Beyond the Latissimus: The Rise of Chest Wall Perforator Flaps in Breast Reconstruction—A Comparative Analysis
Beyond the Latissimus: The Rise of Chest Wall Perforator Flaps in Breast Reconstruction—A Comparative Analysis Open
View article: Comparative Analysis of Aesthetic Abdominoplasty Versus Simple Abdominal Closure in Deep Inferior Epigastric Perforator Flap Breast Reconstruction
Comparative Analysis of Aesthetic Abdominoplasty Versus Simple Abdominal Closure in Deep Inferior Epigastric Perforator Flap Breast Reconstruction Open
Background: Autologous breast reconstruction using the deep inferior epigastric perforator (DIEP) flap is considered the gold standard for natural and lasting results. Recent focus has shifted toward improving donor-site aesthetics. This r…
View article: Clinical Observation of Anterolateral Thigh Perforator Flap for Reconstruction of Head and Facial Soft Tissue Defects
Clinical Observation of Anterolateral Thigh Perforator Flap for Reconstruction of Head and Facial Soft Tissue Defects Open
Objective: To evaluate the efficacy of the anterolateral thigh perforator flap in repairing head and face skin defects. Methods: Nineteen patients with head and facial skin defects, admitted to the 303rd Hospital and the 89th Hospital of t…
View article: Optimizing Venous Thromboembolism (VTE) Prophylaxis Following Deep Inferior Epigastric Perforator (DIEP) Flap Breast Reconstruction
Optimizing Venous Thromboembolism (VTE) Prophylaxis Following Deep Inferior Epigastric Perforator (DIEP) Flap Breast Reconstruction Open
Background: Patients undergoing deep inferior epigastric perforator (DIEP) flap breast reconstruction are at elevated risk for venous thromboembolism (VTE) due to prolonged operative times, cancer-associated hypercoagulability, and postope…
View article: Advances in perforator flap use for head and neck reconstruction: A systematic review of clinical outcomes and innovations
Advances in perforator flap use for head and neck reconstruction: A systematic review of clinical outcomes and innovations Open
The use of perforator flaps has revolutionized head and neck reconstruction. It offers versatile, low-morbidity options to address defects that arise due to either oncologic resection, trauma, or congenital anomalies. This systematic revie…
View article: Advances in perforator flap use for head and neck reconstruction: A systematic review of clinical outcomes and innovations
Advances in perforator flap use for head and neck reconstruction: A systematic review of clinical outcomes and innovations Open
The use of perforator flaps has revolutionized head and neck reconstruction. It offers versatile, low-morbidity options to address defects that arise due to either oncologic resection, trauma, or congenital anomalies. This systematic revie…
View article: Larynx Preservation Surgery Revisited: A Case Series of Free‐Flap Reconstructions for Various Laryngeal Compartments
Larynx Preservation Surgery Revisited: A Case Series of Free‐Flap Reconstructions for Various Laryngeal Compartments Open
Objective: Reconstruction after partial laryngectomy poses challenges in preserving voice, swallowing, and airway patency. Tailored laryngeal free‐flap reconstructions using multiple chimeric perforator flaps aim to maximize functional pre…
View article: Optimizing outcomes in lower extremity reconstruction: Innovations in microvascular and perforator flap surgery
Optimizing outcomes in lower extremity reconstruction: Innovations in microvascular and perforator flap surgery Open
Management of lower extremity reconstruction is significant in reconstructing patients with complex defects due to trauma, oncology section resection, and chronic diseases like diabetic foot ulcers and peripheral vascular diseases in resto…
View article: Optimizing outcomes in lower extremity reconstruction: Innovations in microvascular and perforator flap surgery
Optimizing outcomes in lower extremity reconstruction: Innovations in microvascular and perforator flap surgery Open
Management of lower extremity reconstruction is significant in reconstructing patients with complex defects due to trauma, oncology section resection, and chronic diseases like diabetic foot ulcers and peripheral vascular diseases in resto…
View article: Optimizing outcomes in lower extremity reconstruction: Innovations in microvascular and perforator flap surgery
Optimizing outcomes in lower extremity reconstruction: Innovations in microvascular and perforator flap surgery Open
Management of lower extremity reconstruction is significant in reconstructing patients with complex defects due to trauma, oncology section resection, and chronic diseases like diabetic foot ulcers and peripheral vascular diseases in resto…
View article: Preoperative mapping of perforator flaps using ultrasound triplex angioscanning for head and neck defects reconstruction
Preoperative mapping of perforator flaps using ultrasound triplex angioscanning for head and neck defects reconstruction Open
The objective of the study was to develop an algorithm for searching perforator vessels and preoperative planning of the design of the anterolateral thigh perforator flap (ALT) and superficial circumflex iliac artery perforator flap (SCIP)…
View article: Projected augmented reality and dynamic infrared thermography enhances profunda artery perforator flap perforator mapping
Projected augmented reality and dynamic infrared thermography enhances profunda artery perforator flap perforator mapping Open
This feasibility study pioneers the use of Projected Augmented Reality for the display of thermal images of DIRT directly on the skin for the preoperative perforator identification before PAP flap harvest. High resemblance with HHD and int…
View article: Mapping Perfusion and Predicting Success: Infrared Thermography-Guided Perforator Flaps for Lower Limb Defects
Mapping Perfusion and Predicting Success: Infrared Thermography-Guided Perforator Flaps for Lower Limb Defects Open
Background and Objectives: Lower limb defects often present significant reconstructive challenges due to limited soft tissue availability and exposure of critical structures. Perforator-based flaps offer reliable solutions, with minimal do…