A clinical study on the extended reverse digital artery island flap / 中华整形外科杂志

<p><b>OBJECTIVE</b>To investigate the feasibility and clinical effect of the extended reverse digital artery island flap including dorsal digital nerve.</p><p><b>METHODS</b>Since 2001, 7 cases of pulp and digital palm defects were repaired by the extended reverse digital artery island flap including dorsal digital nerve.</p><p><b>RESULTS</b>All the flaps survived. Follow-up showed satisfactory results functionally and cosmetically with 2-PD of 6-9 mm.</p><p><b>CONCLUSIONS</b>The extended reverse digital artery island flap is a safe and feasible and an effective method for repair of finger pulp defects.</p>