Title: Case Report and Surgical Technique: Closure with a Filleted Hallux Flap after Transphalengeal Amputation of the Big Toe for Osteomyelitis in the Diabetic Foot
Authors: Dr Krishna Prasad K, Dr Sundeep Vogu, Dr Deepak H, Dr Amal Abraham, Dr Sandeep Reddy
DOI: https://dx.doi.org/10.18535/jmscr/v5i11.126
Abstract
Wound closure for the tissue defect caused by amputation of digit, for a diabetic foot is challenging. We describe a surgical technique and a case report of filleted hallux flap in the management of post amputation defect aosteomyelitic diabetic foot wound. This reproducible technique needs comparatively minimal technical complexity and is a good option in the management of diabetic foot wounds where soft tissue coverage is required.
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