Minimal Incision Technique for Sural Nerve Graft Harvest: Experience with 61 Patients

ABSTRACT

Many different methods for harvesting the sural nerve have been described, including a single, long, longitudinal incision, multiple stair-step incisions, or use of a tendon stripper and endoscopic approach. Drawbacks of these methods may include unsightly donor-site scars, inadvertent transection of the nerve, prolonged operative time, and the need for special equipment. A new minimal incision technique of sural nerve harvesting that is simple and quick, causes minimal donor site morbidity, and preserves the integrity of the nerve is described.

KEYWORD

Sural nerve graft - nerve graft harvesting

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