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  • Title: The V-Y plantar flap for reconstruction of the forefoot.
    Author: Colen LB, Replogle SL, Mathes SJ.
    Journal: Plast Reconstr Surg; 1988 Feb; 81(2):220-8. PubMed ID: 3336653.
    Abstract:
    Stable reconstruction of the forefoot remains a formidable challenge. The present study reviews our experience with a flap of plantar skin and fascia advanced in a V-Y manner to cover metatarsal head ulcers. Although this technique was used in a variety of clinical situations, 71 percent of the 38 patients were diabetic with neurotrophic wounds. The anatomic basis for flap design is reported based on 10 fresh cadaver dissections. Flap survival was 100 percent. Ulcer recurrence was related to the problems inherent in the hypesthetic foot. We feel that judicious manipulation of the bony architecture along with weight-dispersion shoe inserts assists in preventing recurrent ulceration.
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