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CRESCENT FLAP FOR FINGERTIP RECONSTRUCTION

Department of Hand and Reconstructive Microsurgery, National University Hospital, Singapore

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Department of Hand and Reconstructive Microsurgery, National University Hospital, Singapore

Correspondence to: Dr. Tun-Lin Foo, Department of Hand and Reconstructive Microsurgery, Tower Block Level 11, National University Hospital Singapore, 5 Lower Kent Ridge Road, Singapore 119074. Tel: (+65) 6772-5599, Fax: (+65) 6779-5190.

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https://doi.org/10.1142/S021881041472037XCited by:5 (Source: Crossref)

Abstract

A volar advancement flap based on V-Y concept for fingertip reconstruction is described. The crescent flap utilises curved incision to preserve fingertip contour and distal digital crease. Satisfactory outcome was achieved in two patients who underwent fingertip reconstruction using this technique. Its advantages are technical simplicity, minimal donor morbidity, and may be used in situation where conventional V-Y incision is unsuitable.

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