J Korean Soc Traumatol.  2019 Sep;32(3):181-186. 10.20408/jti.2019.014.

Bilateral Free 2nd Toe Pulp Flap for Reconstruction of Soft Tissue Defect in Traumatic Finger Injuries

• Oh J
• Eun SC

• KMID: 2462958
• DOI: http://doi.org/10.20408/jti.2019.014

Abstract

Finger reconstruction involves paramount significance of both functional and aesthetic aspects, due to its great impact on quality of life. The options range from primary closure, skin grafts, local flaps, pedicled flaps, and free flaps. The optimal method should consider various circumstances of the patient and surgeon. We would like to report a case of a young woman who initially presented with cellulitis and necrosis of the left second finger-tip who underwent reconstruction with bilateral toe pulp free flap. The patient could successfully return to her job that involves keyboard typing and playing the piano, with acceptable donor site morbidity.

Keyword

Finger tip; Toe pulp; Free flap

MeSH Terms

Cellulitis
Female
Finger Injuries*
Fingers*
Free Tissue Flaps
Humans
Methods
Necrosis
Quality of Life
Skin
Surgical Flaps
Tissue Donors
Toes*
Transplants