Article ID | Journal | Published Year | Pages | File Type |
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4081988 | Orthopaedics & Traumatology: Surgery & Research | 2011 | 4 Pages |
Abstract
SummaryCompression of the peripheral nerves (PNs) induces intraneural lesions, which, once surgical decompression has been achieved, requires that the peripheral scar tissue be as non-adherent as possible. This allows optimal nerve tissue regeneration and the flexibility necessary for longitudinal movements of the PNs. In cases showing a risk for adherence, tissue interposition (with fat, muscle, fascia, etc.) can be proposed. The authors describe the use of a fascial flap of the fibular muscles used to protect the fibular nerve (FN) and the fibula head. This flap procedure was performed in a case of PN compression due to exostosis of the fibular nerve in a child.
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Authors
F. Rabarin, H.-F. Parent, P. Alligand-Perrin,