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  • Title: Reconstruction of short lower leg stumps with the osteomusculocutaneous latissimus dorsi-rib flap.
    Author: Pelissier P, Pistre V, Casoli V, Martin D, Baudet J.
    Journal: Plast Reconstr Surg; 2002 Mar; 109(3):1013-7. PubMed ID: 11884826.
    Abstract:
    To avoid a more proximal amputation at the distal part of the thigh, and when the knee joint is preserved, it is possible to lengthen short lower leg stumps. The authors report five cases in which the latissimus dorsi-rib flap was used to achieve a satisfactory functional prosthetic result. The bone segment is long enough to both lengthen the stump and allow its extremities to be firmly fixed to the tibia. Depending on the remaining tibia length, one or two ribs were included in the flap. The procedure allowed achievement of a 5-cm to 9-cm lengthening of the tibia. Bone healing time was 5 to 6 months and allowed prosthetic rehabilitation and ambulating 5 to 7 months after surgery. Final range of motion of the knee joint is compatible with normal ambulating, and the prosthesis is well tolerated. This procedure, which provides a large amount of skin, muscle, and bone, is very effective for reconstruction of short lower leg stumps.
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