Prevention and Management of Complications of Tissue Flaps

Surg Clin North Am. 2021 Oct;101(5):813-829. doi: 10.1016/j.suc.2021.06.009. Epub 2021 Aug 7.

Abstract

In this article, we discuss 4 common free flaps performed in reconstructive surgery: the anterolateral thigh flap, the radial forearm flap, the fibula flap, and the transverse rectus abdominis myocutaneous/deep inferior epigastric perforator flap. Donor and recipient complications for each flap type and strategies on how to prevent and manage such complications are discussed.

Keywords: Anterolateral thigh flap; Complications; Fibula flap; Free flap; Plastic surgery; Radial forearm flap; Reconstruction; Transverse rectus abdominis flap.

Publication types

  • Review

MeSH terms

  • Humans
  • Plastic Surgery Procedures / adverse effects*
  • Postoperative Complications / etiology
  • Postoperative Complications / prevention & control
  • Postoperative Complications / therapy
  • Surgical Flaps / adverse effects*