Grenga T E, Yetman R J
Microsurgery. 1987;8(1):2-4. doi: 10.1002/micr.1920080103.
The use of temporary arteriovenous shunt constructed in the lower extremity prior to a free microvascular transfer of an internal oblique/iliac crest flap, is described. The indications for the technique are presented. Conventional free flap transfer may require maturation of a suitable inflow source or outflow conduit, which is provided by a temporary shunt, subsequently used for recipient vessels. The two-stage procedure is applicable when local vessels are inadequate for immediate transfer.
