Miriam Alonso-Carpio, Alberto Pérez-García, Alessandro Thione, Enrique Salmerón-González, Eloy Condiño-Brito, Ana Trapero
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Abstract
Hand and digit soft tissue defects are quite common and frequently require specialized reconstruction. When local flaps cannot be used to reconstruct a soft tissue defect, free flaps must be utilized. To overcome tissue volume and discrepancies in vessel diameter, arterialized venous free flaps from the forearm may provide an acceptable alternative. When using arterialized venous free flaps, surgeons should implement shunt restriction procedures to enhance flap viability.
期刊介绍:
Plastic Surgical Nursing, the official journal of the American Society of Plastic Surgical Nurses (ASPSN), presents the latest advances in plastic and reconstructive surgical nursing practice. Written by and for plastic surgical nurses, Plastic Surgical Nursing features clinical articles covering a wide variety of surgical procedures. Patient education techniques and research findings are also included, as well as articles discussing the ethical issues and trends in this expanding clinical nursing specialty. The journal also contains continuing education for the entire scope of Plastic Surgical Nursing practice.