[The use of reverse fasciocutaneous pedicle flap in repairing electrical burn wound on extremity].

OBJECTIVE

This is to introduce a method for reconstruction of extremities with electrical injury.

METHODS

Thirty-six reverse fasciocutaneous pedicle flaps were designed to be used for the reconstruction of extremities with electrical injury in 20 patients. The size of the flaps ranged from 5 cm x 3 cm to 18 cm x 8 cm. The length and width of the pedicle ranged 3-6 cm and 1.5-4 cm. The ratio of the length to width of the flap ranged from 1.6:1 to 4.5:1. All flaps had been successfully transplanted with 180 degrees rotation.

RESULTS

All flaps survived, except individual flaps showing mild swelling and disperse blisters.

CONCLUSION

Satisfactory results both in functional and cosmetic aspects had been achieved with this kind of flap after followed-up for over one year.