The combined use of a pedicled Scarpa's fascia flap and a groin flap for simultaneous coverage of dorsal and palmar finger defects

A case is reported in which the dorsal and palmar aspects of the fingers in a severely crushed hand were covered by combining a pedicled Scarpa's fascia flap and a groin flap. Secondary heterotopic finger transposition was additionally performed to restore satisfactory hand function. An accepta...

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Published in:	Journal of hand surgery, British volume Vol. 22; no. 5; p. 620
Main Authors:	Koncilia, H F, Worseg, A P, Kuzbari, R, Holle, J
Format:	Journal Article
Language:	English
Published:	Scotland 01-10-1997
Subjects:	Accidents, Occupational Adult Fascia Finger Injuries - surgery Groin Humans Male Reconstructive Surgical Procedures Surgical Flaps
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Summary:	A case is reported in which the dorsal and palmar aspects of the fingers in a severely crushed hand were covered by combining a pedicled Scarpa's fascia flap and a groin flap. Secondary heterotopic finger transposition was additionally performed to restore satisfactory hand function. An acceptable result was obtained.
ISSN:	0266-7681
DOI:	10.1016/S0266-7681(97)80360-9