Medial perforator flap for coverage of defects around the ankle

ABSTRACT

Wounds around the ankle with exposed bones, tendons and nerves are very common in our practice and their reconstruction remains a challenge for the plastic surgeons. They often lead to infection and mal-union if early vascularized cover is not provided. To evaluate efficacy of medial perforator flap for reconstruction of this difficult area. A total number of 40 patients with injuries around the ankle were studied between December 2004 to December 2006 and all of them underwent reconstruction with medial perforator flaps. The Medial perforator flap is a quick, versatile, reliable reconstructive option and has minimal donor site morbidity