Abstract

The pedicled fibula flap is a reliable technique to treat large defects in the tibia. Despite increasing evidence of its efficacy and good longterm outcomes, a knowledge gap exists in its indications and technique. This instructional article presents a comprehensive overview of the indications, pre-operative planning, step-by-step surgery, and subsequent post-operative management.
Original languageEnglish
Pages (from-to)186-193
Number of pages8
JournalStrategies in trauma and limb reconstruction
Volume18
Issue number3
DOIs
Publication statusPublished - 1 Sept 2023

Keywords

  • Critical bone defect
  • Fibula flap
  • Limb reconstruction
  • Orthoplastic
  • Pedicled flap
  • Skin island
  • Surgical technique
  • Tibia
  • Vascularised bone flap

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