David D Krijgh, Emile B List, Brent Beljaars, Shan S Qiu Shao, Tim de Jong, Hinne A Rakhorst, Elfie M Verheul, Wiesje Maarse, J Henk Coert
INTRODUCTION: The goal of lower-extremity reconstructions is primarily to salvage the leg; however, esthetic outcomes are also important. This study aimed to assess the impact of a lower extremity free tissue transfer regarding social functioning, patient-reported esthetic outcomes, and possible differences between fasciocutaneous vs. muscle flaps. MATERIAL AND METHODS: For this cross-sectional multicenter study, patients operated between 2003 and 2021, with a minimum follow-up of 12 months, were identified...
March 21, 2024: Journal of Plastic, Reconstructive & Aesthetic Surgery: JPRAS