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J Reconstr Microsurg 2002; 18(6): 465-468
DOI: 10.1055/s-2002-33327
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Free Fibula Flap-Donor-Site Morbidity: Case Report and Review of the Literature

Peter J. Meagher, Wayne A. Morrison
  • Bernard O'Brien Institute of Microsurgery, and Department of Surgery, University of Melbourne St. Vincent's Hospital, Victoria, Australia
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14 August 2002 (online)

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ABSTRACT

The free osteocutaneous fibula flap is the most commonly transferred vascularized bone flap used today. The associated donor site morbidity is well-reported, including vague pain which usually presents late, and is associated with few objective clinical findings. The authors report a case in which the pain had an identifiable cause; they suggest how this can be avoided.

KEYWORDS

Free osteocutaneous fibula flap - vascularized bone flaps - donor-site morbidity - case report

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