Methods of surgical reconstruction for treating tissue deformities due to Fournier`s gangrene: analysis of ten cases / Métodos de reconstruçäo cirúrgica utilizados no tratamento das deformidades teciduais decorrentes da gangrena de Fournier: análise de dez casos

Ten patients with tissue deformities resulting from Fournier`s gangrene were analyzed in relation to different methods of surgical reconstruction, from April 1999 to May 2000. The reconstruction methods were analyzed as to indications, results and complications. Flaps were the most commonly used method, followed by grafts and primary suture of the lesion borders. The reconstruction methods used had satisfactory aesthetic results and a low rate of complications.