Abstract
We describe a U-shaped approach to the distal femur which, having divided the extensor mechanism and elevated the entire quadriceps muscle, gives excellent exposure and allows a number of reconstructive options. It was used in 14 patients, 13 of whom were followed up for a mean of 3.5 years (1 to 11). There was no case of flap necrosis, and complications related to the reconstruction were acceptable.
| Original language | English (US) |
|---|---|
| Pages (from-to) | 485-487 |
| Number of pages | 3 |
| Journal | Journal of Bone and Joint Surgery - Series B |
| Volume | 81 |
| Issue number | 3 |
| DOIs | |
| State | Published - May 1 1999 |
ASJC Scopus subject areas
- Surgery
- Orthopedics and Sports Medicine
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Kerry, R. M., Masri, B. A., Beauchamp, C. P., & Duncan, C. P. (1999). The quadriceps myocutaneous flap for operation on the distal femur. Journal of Bone and Joint Surgery - Series B, 81(3), 485-487. https://doi.org/10.1302/0301-620X.81B3.9188