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The quadriceps myocutaneous flap for operation on the distal femur
Kerry, R. M., Masri, B. A., Beauchamp, C.P., Duncan, ClivŠµ P. , Kerry, Robert M., Masri, B. A.
The Journal of Bone and Joint Surgery. British volume | February 21, 2018 | Volume: 81-B | Issue: 3 | Pages: 485-487
10.1302/0301-620x.81b3.0810485
We describe a U-shaped approach to the distal femur which, having divided the extensor mechanism and elevated the entire quadriceps muscle, gives excellent exposure and allows a number of reconstructive options. It was used in 14 patients, 13 of whom were followed up for a mean of 3.5 years (1 to 11). There was no case of flap necrosis, and complications related to the reconstruction were acceptable.