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  • Title: The place of the cross-leg flap in reconstructive surgery of the lower leg and foot: a review of 165 cases.
    Author: Morris AM, Buchan AC.
    Journal: Br J Plast Surg; 1978 Apr; 31(2):138-42. PubMed ID: 346125.
    Abstract:
    In a series of 165 cross-leg flaps, 94 per cent were successful. Some degree of necrosis occurred in almost half of them. Major necrosis requiring split-skin grafting occurred in less than one-fifth. Thrombo-embolic complications were rare and mainly in the older age group. The retunr of sensation was good; better in the flap than in the donor site. The long-term results were good with a low complication rate. On weight-bearing surfaces the cross-leg flap skin stands up well to wear and tear.
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