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Reconstruction of Postburn Scar Contracture of the Sole Using the Medialis Pedis Free Flap

내측 족부 유리 피판을 이용한 발바닥 화상 후 구축 반흔의 재건

  • Kim, Jae Hyun (Department of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, Kangnam Sacred Heart Hospital, Hallym University College of Medicine) ;
  • Choi, Jong Min (Department of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, Hallym Sacred Heart Hospital, Hallym University College of Medicine) ;
  • Chung, Chan Min (Department of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, Hallym Sacred Heart Hospital, Hallym University College of Medicine) ;
  • Park, Myong Chul (Department of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, Hallym Sacred Heart Hospital, Hallym University College of Medicine)
  • 김재현 (한림대학교 강남성심병원 성형외과) ;
  • 최종민 (한림대학교 성심병원 성형외과) ;
  • 정찬민 (한림대학교 성심병원 성형외과) ;
  • 박명철 (한림대학교 성심병원 성형외과)
  • Received : 2021.10.19
  • Accepted : 2021.11.17
  • Published : 2021.12.31

Abstract

Postburn scar contracture of sole can cause musculoskeletal deformity, restricted range of motion, and decreased quality of life. It is very important to exhibit similar characteristics of the sole when reconstructing the sole because it has to resist shearing force and weight bearing. In this case, we performed medialis pedis free flap for the postburn scar contracture of the sole and the flap survived without complication. The patient satisfied with functional and aesthetic outcomes. Medialis pedis free flap, which is harvested adjacent to the sole, can show similar characteristic of the sole and maintain adequate contour. Moreover, this flap can be harvested without sacrifice of major vessel or nerve. Due to these advantages, medialis pedis free flap can be an ideal option for the reconstruction of the sole.

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