Anterior Lateral Thigh Free Flap and Achilles Tendon Reconstruction Surgery for Contact Dermal Burn of Heel Including Achilles Tendon: A Case Report -Surgical Treatment for Functional Recovery- / 대한족부족관절학회지

ABSTRACT

A 3rd degree burn on the heel including the Achilles tendon is vulnerable and requires active treatment to improve the functional outcomes. Previously, there have been a few treatments on severe burns, such as amputation, debridement or simple skin graft. The cooperative technique of an anterior lateral thigh flap with Achilles tendon reconstruction can be an innovative procedure that preserves the major arteries. The authors review a case and report the clinical outcome.