Anatomy Anatomical Principles of Local Flaps Commonly used Local Flaps
When do we need Reconstruction?
Use depends on what part of the leg is to be reconstructed
Posterior Calf Fasciocutaneous Flap
Superficial branch of popliteal artery
Gastrocnemius Musculocutaneos Flap
Either of the two muscle bellies
Soleus Flap
Either of the two muscle bellies bases on their sural artery pedicle
superficial sural artery flaps based on the vascular axis of the sural nerve.
The Distally Based Lesser Saphenous Venofasciocutaneous Flap
retrograde perfusion of the accompanyingarteries of the lesser saphenous vein.
Peroneal Artery Island FlapAnterior Tibial Artery Island FlapPosterior Tibial Artery Island Flap
Perforator Flaps in the Lower Limb
Lower Extremity Muscle Perforator Flaps