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Fasciocutaneous Flap Surgery

Fasciocutaneous flaps are tissue flaps, which consist of skin and underlying tissues including fascia (a collagen-rich lining tissue). Fasciocutaneous flaps are used to provide coverage to bones and tendons in surgery when skin graft coverage is insufficient.

Advantages of using fasciocutaneous flaps over other flaps:

  • Fasciocutaneous flaps are less bulky so they are used for most of the surgery.
  • There is no functional loss with fasciocutaneous flaps, unlike muscle flaps.
  • They are quick and reliable in healthy patients.
  • It is easy to design and construct large fasciocutaneous flaps that are safe due to good circulation.
  • The operating time is relatively short with an experienced surgeon, and no extra equipment is needed.

 

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