Sensate Palm of Hand Free Flap for Forearm Length Preservation in Nonreplantable Forearm Amputation

Abstract

In traumatic proximal forearm amputation where replantation is not possible, "spare parts" from the amputated segment can be used to maintain adequate length for successful use of a below-elbow prosthesis. Two patients with long-term follow-up are presented in whom forearm length was preserved with the use of a sensate palmar skin free flap.