J Reconstr Microsurg 2004; 20(5): 363-366
DOI: 10.1055/s-2004-829999
Copyright © 2004 by Thieme Medical Publishers, Inc., 333 Seventh Avenue, New York, NY 10001, USA.

Free Fillet Flap of the Hand for Elbow Preservation in Nonreplantable Forearm Amputation

Pedro C. Cavadas1 , Piero Raimondi2
  • 1Division of Reconstructive and Hand Surgery, Centro de Rehabilitación de Levante, Valencia, Spain
  • 2U.F. Chirugia della Mano, Policlinico multimedica, Milano, Italy
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Publication History

Accepted: 20 February 2004

Publication Date:
06 July 2004 (online)

The use of non-replantable amputated parts for reconstruction of the stump is a well-established technique. The use of a free fillet flap of the hand and forearm for elbow preservation in massive trauma of the upper extremity is reported in two cases. These free flaps allowed for covering and preserving a functional elbow and a more useful stump.

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Pedro C CavadasM.D. Ph.D. 

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46003 Valencia, Spain