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Functional reconstruction of complex tendo Achilles defect by free latissimus dorsi muscle flap.

This article is from Indian Journal of Plastic Surgery : Official Publication of the Association of Plastic Surgeons of India , volume 45 . Abstract Managing the complex tendo Achilles defect involves reconstructing the Achilles tendon as well as providing soft tissue cover to the heel area. The advent of microsurgery has revolutionised the reconstruction of this difficult defect providing a number of options to the reconstructive surgeon. We present a case of complex tendo Achilles defect reconstructed by the latissimus dorsi free flap.

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