Functional Reconstruction of a Combined Tendocutaneous Defect of the Achilles Using a Segmental Rectus Femoris Myofascial Construct: A Viable Alternative

The composite anterolateral thigh flap with vascularized fascia lata has emerged as a workhorse at our institution for complex Achilles defects requiring both tendon and soft tissue reconstruction. Safe elevation of this flap, however, is occasionally challenged by absent or inadequate perforators s...

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Main Authors: Michael Vincent DeFazio, Kevin Dong Han, Karen Kim Evans
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Korean Society of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeons 2014-05-01
Series:Archives of Plastic Surgery
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Online Access:http://www.e-aps.org/upload/pdf/aps-41-285.pdf