First Dorsal Metacarpal Artery Flap : A Reliable Option for Reconstruction of Extensive Pulp Defects of the Thumb

Authors

  • Maruf Alam Chowdhury Associate Professor and Head, Department of Plastic Surgery, NITOR
  • Mohammad Saneat Jahan Khan Assistant Professor, Department of Plastic Surgery, Faridpur Medical College
  • Avijit Sarker Junior Consultant, Department of Plastic Surgery, NITOR
  • Mohammad Abul Hossain Assistant Registrar, Department of Plastic Surgery, NITOR

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.3329/jbcps.v40i4.61886

Keywords:

first dorsal metacarpal artery flap, avulsion injuries, thumb reconstruction, sensate flap

Abstract

Background: Thumb pulp defects are commonly due to avulsion injuries. The choice of reconstructive procedure for thumb depends on the amount and type of tissue lost. The First Dorsal Metacarpal Artery (FDMA) flap is a versatile method with minimum donor site morbidity which provides protective sensation, adequate length, stability and good mobility. Method: This study was done over a period of 2 years and involved 15 consecutive cases of thumb pulp defects treated at our institution. The patient included 13 men and 2 women ranging in age from 16 to 60 years. The defects were ranged from 2cm x 1.5cm to 5cm x 3cm.

Results: All flaps survived completely except one had marginal flap necrosis healed without the need for a secondary procedure. Donor site was covered with full thickness skin graft that healed spontaneously.

Conclusion: First dorsal metacarpal artery flap offers a sensate, pliable and versatile coverage for soft tissue defects of the thumb. It provides good functional Results with minimum donor site morbidity.

J Bangladesh Coll Phys Surg 2023; 41: 53-57

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Published

2022-12-31

How to Cite

Chowdhury, M. A., Khan, M. S. J. ., Sarker, A. ., & Hossain, M. A. . (2022). First Dorsal Metacarpal Artery Flap : A Reliable Option for Reconstruction of Extensive Pulp Defects of the Thumb. Journal of Bangladesh College of Physicians and Surgeons, 41(1), 53–57. https://doi.org/10.3329/jbcps.v40i4.61886

Issue

Vol. 41 No. 1 (2023)

Section

Original Articles

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