J Reconstr Microsurg 1989; 5(4): 313-315
DOI: 10.1055/s-2007-1006878
ORIGINAL ARTICLE

© 1989 by Thieme Medical Publishers, Inc.

Free Flap Fricasse: Iatrogenic Thermal Injury to a Lateral Arm Flap

John F. Noon, Venkat K. Rao, Roger C. Mixter
  • Division of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, University of Wisconsin, Madison, Wisconsin
Further Information

Publication History

Accepted for publication 1989

Publication Date:
08 March 2008 (online)

ABSTRACT

An iatrogenic thermal injury to a lateral-arm free tissue transfer is described. The thermal characteristics of the injurious agent are documented. Free tissue thermal conductivity and reparative potential are discussed.