Plastic surgery of distal defects of the fingers using free vascularized autologous grafts
Shibaev, E.I.; Datiashvili, R.O.; Tsagikian, A.A.
Khirurgiia 12: 42-47
1991
ISSN/ISBN: 0023-1207 PMID: 1803120 Document Number: 382770
The results of 50 operations for replacement of soft tissue defects of the fingers are analysed. Plastic repair of the defects in 6 cases was performed with free neurovascular autotransplants taken from the lateral surfaces of the middle or ring finger. In 5 cases the transplanted graft healed, in one case its necrosis occurred. The late-term results were studied in follow-up periods of 4 to 34 weeks. A good aesthetic and functional result was recorded, including restoration of discriminating sense. The suggested operation is considered an alternative method for replacement of soft tissue defects of the finger tips.