CONTRIBUTION OF RETROGRADE FLAPS FOR CUTA NEOUS TISSUE LOSS OF THE FOOT - A SERIES OF 4 CASES

We report our Experience with two retrograde flaps for the treatment o f cutaneous tissue loss of the foot. A lateral supramalleolar flap and a medial plantar flap pediculated distally were used, the first to co ver the dorsal aspect and the second to cover the forefoot. Indication s for local flaps are limited essentially because of the small size. I n addition they cannot always be used for local trauma. Retrograde vas cularization for the forefoot is an interesting alternative to more in vasive salvage procedures involving distant flaps (cross-leg or flee f laps) requiring and uncomfortable position or microsurgery.