Transgenicular amputation with myocutaneous gastrocnemius flap in arterial occlusive disease
Heinz, J.
Zentralblatt für Chirurgie 117(3): 167-170
1992
ISSN/ISBN: 0044-409X PMID: 1590031 Document Number: 401640
41 knee disarticulations in patients with gangrene due to periphere vascular disease were performed using a myocutaneous flap of the gastrocnemius muscle as described by Klaes and Eigler in 1985. In many cases disarticulation was preceeded by reconstructive vascular procedures or amputation at a lower level. Primary healing of the stump was achieved in 80% of the cases. 29% of the patients were able to walk with the aid of a prosthesis.