De-epithelialized Cross-Finger Flaps Versus Adipofascial Turnover Flaps for the Reconstruction of Small Complex Dorsal Digital Defects: A Comparative Analysis

The versatility of both flap techniques in digital reconstruction is confirmed; however, considering the type of complication and the need for general anesthesia in children for cross-finger-flap division, the adipofascial flap was determined to be superior in the following specific groups: children, older patients, and patients with osteoarthritis and multiple defects of adjacent border digits.