Journal of reconstructive microsurgery
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J Reconstr Microsurg · Sep 2019
Early Detection of Vascular Obstruction in Microvascular Flaps Using a Thermographic Camera.
In microsurgical reconstruction, vascular obstruction occurs in approximately 20% of patients. Close monitoring is central to their care. Clinical/Doppler detection of vascular obstruction could be enhanced by thermography. ⋯ Utilizing a thermographic camera can reduce detection time of vascular obstruction by several hours in microvascular free flaps that include the cutaneous island. This method proves useful for early diagnosis of postoperative vascular obstruction.