Journal of reconstructive microsurgery
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J Reconstr Microsurg · Mar 2015
Case ReportsReconstruction of foot and ankle defects with a free anterolateral thigh flap in pediatric patients.
There are a limited number of published studies describing reconstruction with an anterolateral thigh (ALT) flap following lower extremity injury in pediatric patients. The aim of this study was to present our experiences with the application of a free ALT flap not only in the reconstruction of soft tissue defects around the pediatric foot and ankle but also in patients with bone, tendon, and ligament injuries that require repair. ⋯ Level IV.
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J Reconstr Microsurg · Mar 2015
Ulnar nerve transposition at the elbow under local anesthesia: a patient satisfaction study.
Ulnar nerve decompression at the elbow traditionally requires regional or general anesthesia. We wished to assess the feasibility of performing ulnar nerve decompression and transposition at the elbow under local anesthesia. ⋯ Ulnar nerve decompression and transposition at the elbow can be performed under local anesthesia without added morbidity when compared with general anesthesia.