Journal of Reconstructive Microsurgery, Table of Contents J Reconstr Microsurg 1991; 7(2): 109-111DOI: 10.1055/s-2007-1006769 ORIGINAL ARTICLE © 1991 by Thieme Medical Publishers, Inc. An Experimental Model for Soft-Tissue Coverage of the Traumatized Distal Lower Extremity: The Distally-Based Gracilis Flap Shahid W. Mian, Mauro C. Romita, Robert E. Tuchler, William W. Shaw The Institute for Reconstructive Plastic Surgery, New York University Medical Center Recommend Article Abstract Buy Article ABSTRACT A model for regional muscle-flap coverage of experimental soft tissue defects of complex injuries of the rabbit lower leg is presented. This technique has provided reliable and generous coverage without the difficulty or risk of a free flap procedure, nor the limitations of other local flaps. Full Text
