PROPELLAR FLAPS FOR LOWER LEG RECONSTRUCTION RESULTS OF A TERTIARY

Reconstruction of defects in the foot and distal lower leg, with exposed tendons, bone, and/or hardware continues to be challenging, and they generally need flaps coverage. A variety of flaps were used in the attempt to achieve excellence in form and function. We present our experience with 30 cases of propeller flap for various leg defects. Propeller perforator flaps are best suited for small and medium defects, and in trauma patients for defects without extensive avulsion and degloving injuries