Objective: To investigate the feasibility of fibular artery perforator link-pattern flaps at lateral and posterior part of legs.
Methods: From January 2007 to March 2009, 12 cases of with feet and ankle wounds were treat with fibular artery perforator link-pattern flaps at lateral and posterior part of legs. The flap size ranged from 10 cm x 10 cm to 25 cm x 13 cm. The wounds at the donor sites were closed with skin grafts.
Results: All the flaps survived completely. The patients were followed up for 1-12 months (median, 6 months). The color, texture and appearance of the flaps were good.
Conclusion: The link-pattern flap has reliable blood supply and a large area for repairing defects. The sural nerve is reserved, resulting minimal morbidity to donor site.