Reverse flow digital artery pedicle flap for closure of diabetic forefoot ulceration

Diabet Foot Ankle. 2010:1. doi: 10.3402/dfa.v1i0.5201. Epub 2010 Jun 1.

Abstract

Digital artery pedicle flap is a useful surgical technique for coverage of plantar foot defects. For diabetic forefoot ulcers that are subject to recurrence despite consistent care, this flap can provide long-term durable closure. The authors provide a case report and overview of this innovative reconstructive procedure.

Keywords: amputation; diabetes mellitus; diabetic ulceration; digital artery flap; forefoot flaps.

Publication types

  • Case Reports