DIEP Flap Reconstruction: Anatomy, Key Surgical Steps, & Complications
The DIEP flap is a gold standard for autologous breast reconstruction, offering superior vascularity and minimal donor-site morbidity.
Microsurgery
Penile Reconstruction: Anatomy, Causes, & Management
Penile reconstruction addresses tissue loss from trauma, fibrosis, cancer, and infection. The primary goal is to construct a phallus with a neo-urethra for standing urination and sufficient bulk for a prosthesis. Techniques include glans, shaft, and scrotal reconstruction.
Venous Flaps: Physiology, Classification, & Evaluation
Thatte and Thatte classify venous flaps into three types based on vein number and function. Venous flaps are infrequently used due to low survival rates and venous congestion, despite their reliable anatomy and minimal donor site morbidity.
Mathes and Nahai Classification
The Mathes and Nahai Classification, introduced in 1981, describes the vascular supply to muscle and musculocutaneous flaps based on major and minor pedicles. This system is essential for planning reconstructive surgeries to ensure optimal flap survival and function.
Radial Artery Forearm Flap: Anatomy, Elevation, & Complications
The radial artery forearm flap is a fasciocutaneous flap. This article details the flap's anatomy, elevation, and dissection.
VRAM Flap
The VRAM Flap is a Type III Mathes & Nahai myocutaneous flap. This article details its indications, anatomy, and surgical technique.
Gracilis Flap
This article details the anatomy, technique, indications, benefits and disadvantages of the gracilis flap.
Hartrampf’s Zones of Perfusion
Hartrampf's Zones of Perfusion refers to the subdivision of the lower abdominal flap into 4 equal zones based on their level of perfusion and viability. This article examines the history, clinical significant and current concepts.