Fasciocutaneous and/or myocutaneous flaps versus perforator flaps: systematic review and meta-analysis for reconstruction of ischial pressure sores

ConclusionsPerforator flaps mandate thorough pre-operative preparations, meticulous dissections, and long surgery times. There seem no advantage in applying perforator flaps in ischial pressure sore reconstructions in terms of complications and recurrences. Surgeons may prefer to perform straightforward procedures, such as myocutaneous flaps.Level of evidence: Level IV, risk/prognostic, therapeutic study.
Source: European Journal of Plastic Surgery - Category: Cosmetic Surgery Source Type: research